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[quote=Anonymous]If overeating is a big issue, here's what I would suggest and it all centers around healthy eating habits that can be sustainable for the rest of her life.

- Figure out as many ways to incorporate fruits and vegetables and fiber into the diet.  Maybe she likes veggies crunchy and raw, maybe she likes them sauteed.  Maybe she likes to eat fruit before dinner, or for breakfast - maybe there are certain fruits she likes better.  Aim for 5 a day.  There are a lot of delicious healthy recipes for whatever kind of palate she might have

- Incorporate lean protein and complex carbs into daily diet.

- Keep junk food and candy out of the house, especially the prepackaged kind.  If you want a treat, go out as a family together for ice cream.  Feel free to get occasional fries or chips when you are out at a game or wherever.  Also feel free to cook together occasionally to make homemade treats.

- Invite her to participate in meal planning and cooking.

- Never talk about "bad foods" or "good foods".  You can say that veggies and fruits are chock full of nutrients that help her body grow and get stronger and it's important to eat them every day.  You can also say that some foods have less of those wonderful nutrients, so you shouldn't fill up on them.  In general, don't make food such a big focus on your daily lives.  Eat to live, don't live to eat.

- If portions are a problem, just make enough food for your family and portion out your plates for dinner.  If they are still hungry and want seconds, there is none left, but make sure there are plenty of fruit and veggies available if they are still hungry.

- Talk during meals, it slows the eating down.  Keep it light and positive.

- Water only, no juices or sugary drinks.

- Be good role models for healthy and balanced (not restrictive) eating habits and positive body image

- Be active as a family on the weekends and after school if possible. 
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