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best way to stall preschooler's weight gain

I'm looking to find out the best way to stall my youngest's weight so she doesn't gain more until her height catches up. Also wondering what daily calorie intake should be. Is your child male or female? : Female What is your child's age? : 3.25 What is your child's height? : 39" What is your child's weight (kgs or lbs) : 51.5

2014-10-30 04:04:15

Amy

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From your measurements her weight is above the 95th percentile and height is on the 90th percentile for her age. She is overweight however she has a tall stature. She needs approximately 750-850 calories a day. It is recommend increasing children's physical activities (play dance sports) to lose weight and not lower calorie intake due to the need of calories for growth. Limit time in front of the TV or non-active-video games. The longer the length of time a child sit in front of the TV the greater the weight gain. Limit high sugar drinks/snacks ‘junk’ foods and try replacing with low fat milk/yogurt fruit and air popped popcorn or low-fat cheese. Additional suggestions: cook only low fat meats (chicken fish loin of pork) or non-meat sources (soy products nuts) low fat vegetarian combinations (rice & beans pasta & beans low fat cheese & pasta) fat free or low fat dairy products (skim milk 1% milk low fat cheese low fat yogurts low fat soy milk/yogurt) use plant oils non trans-fat margarines and eat a lot of fruits salads and vegetables. Eat daily high fiber breads and cereals (oatmeal). Thank you for your question.

2014-10-30 04:04:51

Ben