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[quote=Anonymous]OP, whether or not he is clinically obese or just overweight the most important thing you have mentioned is that he is self conscience about his weight.  You need to address this.

He needs to not only get healthy but to feel more comfortable in his own skin.  For all you know he may be headed for a growth spurt.  My 8 year old goes through his annual growth spurts between Jan and June.  He is constantly growing but this is when we see the biggest jump.  He is on the thin side so he doesn't bulk up first but I understand that many kids do.  I have noticed that starting in Jan he is typically hungrier than normal.

So when he is hungry for seconds give him fruit or veggies instead.  When DS is hungry and refuses and apple, well then I know he wasn't really hungry.

Your son needs to understand his body is a machine and it is the only one he has so he needs to treat it right and love it no matter what size it is.

Less treats, (especially treats as a reward for good behavior) and more movement.  Keep and eye on him for the next few months and see how it goes.  If you don't want to see the doctor now I am sure he will tell you when DS has his next check up

Good luck

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