- Hardcover: 416 pages
- Publisher: William Morrow; 1 edition (Dec 13 2001)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0060188154
- ISBN-13: 978-0060188153
- Product Dimensions: 24.3 x 19.9 x 3.5 cm
- Shipping Weight: 898 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
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- #53 in Books > Health, Mind & Body > Personal Health > Children's Health > Eating Disorders
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From Publishers Weekly
Sothern, an exercise physiologist, von Almen, a research psychologist, and dietician Schumacher team up in this comprehensive workbook to help parents guide their overweight children to better health. Today, 10 million kids that's one in four are overweight, the authors say, and the more overweight the child, the more at risk he is for adult obesity and type II diabetes; he's also more susceptible to low self-esteem and depression. Focusing on a three-pronged approach with nutrition, exercise and behavior modification techniques, the authors help parents assess their children's weight and choose one of four levels suited to the severity of their condition. The 12-week, 12-chapter process which begins with a trip to your child's pediatrician can be repeated as needed; as children progress, they simply graduate to a new level of the program. This kid-friendly method uses weekly goal-setting to prompt motivation and includes suggestions to get kids moving (get them to play tag or put a stationary bike in front of the TV). Snacks and meals clearly have been created with kids' taste buds in mind (i.e. frozen grapes or oven-baked chicken nuggets), though the entire family will enjoy many of the recipes. This practical guidebook will surely help parents get overweight kids on the right track to a healthy future, and its workbook format offers plenty of space for parents and kids to chart their successes.
Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
From Library Journal
With 25 percent of American children overweight or obese, how can parents help a child lose excess pounds without nagging or making him or her develop an eating disorder? Exercise physiologist Sothern, research psychologist T. Kristian von Almen, and clinical dietician Heidi Schmacher have provided readers with the blueprint of their "Trim Kids" program, as developed over the last 15 years at Louisiana State University. The 12-week plan offers concrete guidelines for nutrition, exercise, positive reinforcement, and feedback based on each child's color-coded weight level (assigned initially by the severity of the child's weight problem). Part 1 provides background on the program and its components; Part 2 is a week-by-week guide to menus, recipes and suggested grocery lists, exercises, record keeping, and helpful hints, with comments from both parents and children at various stages of success. Relapses and backsliding are addressed as well. A little daunting if read in one sitting, this book is chock-full of advice that can be used even outside of the program. Recommended. Anne C. Tomlin, Auburn Memorial Hosp., NY
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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2.0 out of 5 stars
Diets don't work for children,
By Bobbie Burger, Registered Dietitian (Walnut Creek, CA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Trim Kids(Tm): The Proven 12-Week Plan That Has Helped Thousands of Children Achieve a Healthier Weight (Hardcover)
This book is really a diet in sheep's clothing. Andas a registered dietitian, I know that diets don't work for children any better than they do for adults. While the book does offer suggestions for exercise and activity, its calorie recommendations (as low as 1,200 calories for girls 15-18 years old) may be too restrictive. Also, expecting parents to follow weekly meal plans is unrealistic and doesn't allow families to find solutions that fit individual family patterns and eating preferences. I especially disagree with their recommendation to limit snacks. The book says that snacks should be eaten only when the child experiences "true hunger," which the authors say occurs only after 2 to 4 hours of not eating. The suggestion to give your child a big glass of water and send them out to play if you deem them not truly hungry seems a bit harsh. While children shouldn't eat snacks simply because they're bored or see an ad for food on the television, they also shouldn't be forced to wait until they are starving before they are allowed to eat a healthy snack. Going too long between eating and becoming overly hungry is a set-up for overeating at meals. Finally, the book expects too much change too fast. Changes should be made gradually. Expecting results in 12 weeks can be a set up for failure, thereby further wounding the self-esteem of a vulnerable overweight child and creating frustration for parents.
5.0 out of 5 stars
wow!,
By A Customer
This review is from: Trim Kids(Tm): The Proven 12-Week Plan That Has Helped Thousands of Children Achieve a Healthier Weight (Hardcover)
I have an overweight child that wasn't doing too good with her weight and Trim Kids help her lose almost 120 pounds in just 12 weeks! If you don't believe me try it for yourself. I also found out that they have extremly good recipes from their book and I use them al the time now. Thank you so much Dr.Melinda, Mrs.Heidi! I know who you are! Thanks!
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best book for any overweght child.....PERIOD.,
By Allyson (New Orleans, Louisiana) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Trim Kids(Tm): The Proven 12-Week Plan That Has Helped Thousands of Children Achieve a Healthier Weight (Hardcover)
The best book I've ever reviewed. Guaranteed to help your overweight child within 12 weeks. Hand's down this is the best bock for your overweight child. So start today and help improve your child's athletic ability.Best Trimming book I've ever read!
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