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[quote=Anonymous]I don't know what the answer is, but it isn't simple. Those moms that are claiming to let their kids have free reign in the kitchen/panty and their kids have zero weight issue are lucky- not some kind of fabulous parents. Not all kids (or adults) have the ability to self regulate well and/or have the impulse control. Some people are also wired to have stronger cravings than others. I have a 9 and 11 yr old and the both view food differently. The 9 yr old is great at self regulation and moderation. I never need to intervene. But my 11 yr old isn't. She has on occasion eaten so much so she gets sick. I do my best as a parent to let her control as much of her food choices and eating as possible, but I'm not going to be complaicent and let her eat herself to obesity or sickness. It isn't just an issue of junk food. We keep the house food pretty healthy, but still help them make good choices and figure out what a portion size should be [/quote]
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