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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]That’s always been my food habit.  One thing she should know is it’s not good for your teeth to have this kind of eating habit.

As for apples I only like Red Delicious.  I find the smallest ones and cut pieces.  She should cut them in half, cut one of the halfs into 2 or 3 pieces and put them in a bowl for her.  Cover the other half tightly and put in refrigerator.   Figure out which type of apples she likes and always get those same type.  I’d be the same thinking it taste funny if it’s not my usual.

Cut the huge Crumbl cookie into 4-6 pieces so she’s taking a portion not just picking.

Try to get her to eat units, portions, no matter how small.   As normal as possible.

I weighed 100 lbs in college and had terrible eating habits so I know it’s best to try and work on it now.   
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Op here. She could have written this! I’ve discovered she prefers the pink lady apples over red delicious for example.

She does winter cheer right now and is a flyer for the squad for those who asked about sports. She’s always been athletic and into track, cheer, etc..

She’s also to confirm again always had this same style of eating since childhood. But given the cost of food and her nearing adulthood, it’s important to understand waste and cost and how to save food where you can. In just a few years she will have new considerations like rent, college tuition, bills, etc..

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I know, that’s why while she is still home for you both to work together to figure out a plan.  What’s really maddening is the portions that considered single serving.  Way too big.  For example a small ice cream cone has a large amount on top.  I take a paper napkin and lop off half of it to make it manageable.  With fruits and vegetables buy the loose kinds where you can buy only a handful and of grapes or two oranges, not a whole bag.  When buying a loaf of bread automatically take half and freeze it.

It can be tough because you’ll probably be the only one eating like this.  People will comment on your eating habits.  I was extremely athletic but it was unrelated to my eating habits. It’s just how I ate.  Don’t let anyone try to label it an eating disorder.  It’s not.  [/quote]

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