Table 17.

Healthy eating habits recommended for children with obesity

Regular meals at appropriate time; avoidance of frequent snacking

Regular breakfast consumption

Elimination of sugar sweetened beverages `

Reduced intake of fast foods, table sugar, high-fructose corn syrup

Reduced intake of foods rich in high-fructose corn syrup, fats, sodium or sugar

Ensuring portion control to prevent overeating

Ensuring adequate intake of fruits (in preference to fruit juice), vegetables and dietary fiber

Identification of eating cues such as screen time, loneliness, boredom or stress