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What's the best way to get an overweight child to lose weight?
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A well : Balanced diet without the junk food and soda plus an increased activity level. Cut back on video games and tv and move more.
Answered 2/22/2016
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Loose weight: Provide education to your child about the consequences of increased weight. Increased risk for diabetes which leads to heart attacks and strokes. Look for books which can provide some educational information...South beach diet/ written by a cardiologist is a good start.
Answered 9/21/2013
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