Trim Kids(TM) : The Proven 12-Week Plan That Has Helped Thousands of Children Achieve a Healthier Weight

Rating:
Summary: Highly recommended! Best well- researched book out there!
Review: This book is a must have whether or not you have an overweight child! This book provides so much quality information that can be applicable to the whole family... Dr. Melinda Sothern and her team have been publishing in major scientific journals for over 15 years and actually have the experience and basis for their recommendations. Trim Kids has over 100 pages of tips and ideas to increase physical activity in children. There are also strength, flexibility, and aerobic exercise recommendations for all children based on family medical history and environment, the child's age, weight condition, personal interests, and body type. All recommendations follow the guidelines of the American College of Sports Medicine and are based on sound scientific principles and research. This book is a must read for all parents even those with normal weight children because the exercise guidelines may help prevent overweight conditions. This book addresses all aspects of weight loss and weight management including nutrition and psychological issues. I have recommended this book to quite a few families and have seen first-hand the positive influence it has made on both the children and parents.

Rating:
Summary: Diets don't work for children
Review: This book is really a diet in sheep's clothing. And
as 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.

Rating:
Summary: Diets don't work for children
Review: This book is really a diet in sheep's clothing. And
as 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.

Rating:
Summary: Success as a direct result of this book's program
Review: What can I say? This book is not only practical, but lifesaving, life changing for kids that are overweight, and in danger of serious health problems. I have reviewed and USED this program first hand, since last May 1st of 2001. My son has lost and changed in some very healthy ways. At 11, he was 212. and today, he is so far, 160.plus he has grown 3 plus in. in height. The other part to this, is the symptoms of beginning health problems have corrected themself as a result of the weight reduction. We got results. I am the mom and have also lost 45 lbs so far, and this was due to the change in menu at home, initially for my son with 30 to go from implementing this prractical program! This program is phenomenal and I recommend to ALL FAMILIES! This book is a must have if you are concerned with the weight, eating habits and nutrition for you children and/or the rest of your family. This is the first time, anything has had the consistent and "real" lifechanging results we have ever encountered.Thank you to the authors and anyone involved with this effective book/program that it contains!

Rating:
Summary: Most Highly Recommended
Review: With obesity being a national problem particularly among children all across the United States it's high time that a book like this has finally come out that addresses this problem. The authors are people with years of clinical experience working with over-weight children, helping them with a workable diet plan, exercise program & moral support so that they can make a healthy transition into adulthood. I can't recommend this book highly enough!

Rating:
Summary: Most Highly Recommended
Review: With obesity being a national problem particularly among children all across the United States it's high time that a book like this has finally come out that addresses this problem. The authors are people with years of clinical experience working with over-weight children, helping them with a workable diet plan, exercise program & moral support so that they can make a healthy transition into adulthood. I can't recommend this book highly enough!