On 31st Oct '05 Rachel Myr observed and pondered the reasons 
behind a distinct lack of obesity in babies and children in Paris. This 
phenomenon was recently discussed elsewhere in relation to lean 
adult French women (sorry don't recall where). 

The answer seems to hinge around freshly bought and prepared 
foods, wine with meals, sitting to the eat and taking time over the 
meal as you mention. And yes, this is despite cheeses and pastries! 
We are a social species and no doubt this pleasant ambience with 
food encourages optimal growth and well-being - just like breastfed 
babies.

As for the dummies (pacifiers) I wonder what may be the long-term 
effects. Perhaps there's little point being slim if you can't speak so 
well etc!

Marcia Annandale, NZ

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