Childhood Obesity - Do you have an overweight child? We offer tips to help your child lose weight and get fit!

The My Overweight Child blog will help you keep informed about the latest research, findings, and resources available to parents of overweight or obese kids. There are many knowledgeable people working on the increasingly dire problem of childhood obesity - and we want to give parents a place where they can check in regularly to see the latest studies and tips available to help you help your child lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

We invite you to add your comments - if you have feedback for the blog, would like some specific topics covered, or you just want to share your experience as a parent dealing with childhood obesity.

Monday, April 17, 2006

If You See It, You'll Eat It

Recent research conducted at Cornell University found that if tempting foods were easily visible and in close proximity - they're more likely to be eaten. Researchers examined the behavior of 40 university staff and faculty when chocolate candy was placed in clear containers versus opaque containers, and when the candy was placed directly in front of the study participant versus 6 feet away.

Findings consistently showed that people ate more of the candy when it was both visible and within easy reach.

The message for parents? If you don't want your children to eat calorie and fat laden food -don't buy it. Instead, put out a dish of fruit!

Posted By: Lori S