It is a constant battle when I tell her to cut down on her eating. I buy fruits for her but the go to waste. she gets teased at school for her weight. I'm worried about her.
2006-07-20 13:54:12 · 16 answers · asked by momof3 2 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
We do make her walk, I buy fruit for her constantly, and we do not let her watch as much T.V. as other kids do. She goes swimming everyday and she rides her bike on a regular basis. She's now on the volleyball team. We try to get her to cut down on her eating habits and to lay off the junk food but nothing seems to be working. It's an ongoing battle between all of us trying to get her to get into a healthy way of eating. And none of it started until a kid at school started teasing and picking at her... I don't know what to do anymore to help her... Any suggestions?
2006-07-20 14:05:00 · update #1
YOU can't do it. you have to make HER want to. try to help her realize why she should; why it's in her best interests and SHE should want to. and reaffirm to her that while she's definitely strong enough to do this on her own (as she is ANYTHING if she truly wants it) that you'll be there 100% along the way and help in any way that you can, just to make it easier and less intimidating for her. But make her realize it is HER life, and HER choice. if she doesnt want to be made fun of or have health problems, it means having to work hard and do unfun and scary things to lose weight, if its not importnat enough for her to do that, then she'll remain the way she is, but just let her know that while yes, it may be an awful thing to judge someone based on outward appearances rather than intrinsic character, that she DOES have choices and SHE is choosing to have it this way (by not losing weight, or choosing to lend creedance to others' perceptions of her). I hope she does what she truly wants with her life (as i do for everyone) and doesn't end up making a choice out of fear or difficulty or self doubt. its the only way her life will ever have any fullfilment in it whatsoever. best of luck!
2006-07-20 14:13:24 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 25⤊ 5⤋
First, don't come across as nagging her. Make sure you are setting a good example. Don't keep the snack foods around the house so she has to make the healthier choices. If the junk food isn't there she can't eat it. Also, exercise with her. Start walking after dinner or any activities that she enjoys, show her that you want to be healthier too. Limit the eating out, cook meals at home and sit at the table to eat them. Just lead her and don't push her to hard.
2006-07-20 21:01:36 · answer #2 · answered by terri 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Consult her doctor or a social worker or another professional.
Eating issues are control issues, and you're best able to help your daughter with professional help.
It's best to avoid arguments with her.
Talk with her about good nutrition.
Take her shopping and let her pick out some foods. If she picks out the wrong type of food, discuss a better option.
Join an exercise class together.
Stop telling her she's overweight.
Consult her counselor at school also to inform the counselor of the problems so he or she can be aware of potential problems.
Your daughter has some body image issues that need immediate attention.
2006-07-20 21:02:08 · answer #3 · answered by X N 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When she's at home, watch what she eats, ie, take control. She's the child, you are the adult. I was just diagnosed with pre-diabetes, which means, I've had to cut out a lot of stuff, but, the primary thing I had to do was want to lose the weight, and improve my health. It's not always easy for me, and I am an adult, but, my wife and kids help, and the only way you're going to get her to do it is to help her, stand by her, and encourage her.
Keep the faith, it's a hard road for a parent.
2006-07-20 21:00:22 · answer #4 · answered by chuckufarley2a 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Our rich foods contain so much energy it is easy to eat more than we can exercise back off. It seems like she is getting a decent amount of exercise, and you're obviously caring, so it will come back to food.
See your doctor first, to make sure there are no conditions causing this, then talk to them or a dietician about a healthy balanced diet, and switch to it. I'm guessing few people in the house eat a fantastic diet, so you can all benefit from the changes.
Don't expect a miracle answer, especially from someone online!
2006-07-20 21:14:34 · answer #5 · answered by lazwatson 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try finding fun games for her to play. Also buy things that make her thing she is getting a treat such as sugar free candy, baked chips, half the fat ice cream, etc. Try preparing meals that have a lot of flavor, but are healthy. Such as boneless, skinless chicken breasts seasoned with a Cajun spice blend or whatever seasonings she likes. Also try to get her involved in cooking. She may like things more if she helped prepare them. Also buy snacks that are in individual servings. Try taking her to the gym and take her to the doctor so he or she can talk with her about a better lifestyle they should also be able to give you some ideas as well.
2006-07-20 21:01:27 · answer #6 · answered by Sniggly_Snew 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are the parent and you control what she eats. Not only that but it is you that is setting her lifetime eating habits now. You have to learn to say no more. Fill the house with healthy things. Cook with white meat instead of red. Take her for a 30 min. walk everyday. Limit tv to 30 min. a day. And remember that by telling her no, you are only helping her to form better eating habits.
2006-07-20 20:59:15 · answer #7 · answered by angelikness 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
make sure she eats healthy food. take her to a gym and excercise with her. MAKE SURE SHE STAYS ACTIVE. i was watching discovery health channel last night and there was a guy that was 16 and weighed 411.5 pounds and had numerous amounts of health problems. he could have died any day with out the gastric bypass he had. talk to ur daughter, tell her ur concern, get her help. you may even want to think of making an appointment with a doctor that specializes in over weight & obess teens. They could talk to her and tell her what can happen if she doesnt change her habits now.
2006-07-20 21:00:33 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
STOP BUYING UNHEALTHY FOOD. COMPLETELY. Remove EVERY single bit of unhealthy food (Junk food, unhealthy cereal, treats, cookies, brownies, etc etc etc.) This is a lifestyle you all have to deal with if you want her to learn. It's not too late, it's still possible to safe your daughter from a life of sorrow and health problems.
Forbid your boyfriend/husband (If he is in the picture) to STOP buying junk food completely as well.
Prepare a healthy meal and require her to eat it. If it rots, or she doesn't eat a bite of it, tell her she can't go out, or can't have dessert or a treat later on.
It's up to you, Mom.
2006-07-20 21:02:10 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know is going to be hard to get your dougther to a normal weight but try to get her to do excersise and get your self involve also try not to buy any junk food and try not to get her feel bad because she could end up having an eating disorder. Also talk to her that she needs to try and get in shape right now and get a balence diet because then she could get problems in the future.
2006-07-20 21:09:29 · answer #10 · answered by Lil'Loca 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this article has some great weight loss programs that could help. you need to get her started into swimming walking biking as often as possiable
2006-07-20 21:02:16 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋