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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]It's not a lot but he'd eat more if we let him. We already limit carbs to one serving but let him have his meats. And he'd ask what breakfasts gonna be before bed. I'm really trying to find out why he's obsessed with food.[/quote] He's obsessed with food because he's growing, and on the cusp of growing even more quickly, and his body is screaming at him that he needs food to prepare for upcoming growth, but it's being denied to him. He NEEDS carbs for growth and limiting him to one serving is cruel and setting him up for failure. He's also obsessed with food because he doesn't consistently get his needs met in this area, so he's constantly worried about the next time that's going to happen. Put healthy food on the table, and allow him to monitor for himself how much he eats. Two pork chops, or three pieces of chicken, and a couple servings of rice or potatoes is a good place to start a meal for a kid at this stage.[/quote]
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