<<http://abcnews.go.com/Health/Diet/story?id=2757494&page=1>>

Interesting article on ABC News, here are a few quotes:

<<"We have known for a long time that obesity is disproportionately related
to income," he said. "The poorer you are, the more likely that you are
obese."

Among the other child obesity risk factors suggested by the study are high
birth weight, taking a bottle to bed and whether or not a child's mother is
obese. >>

<<And at the earliest ages, breast-feeding seems to be of utmost importance.

"Breast-feeding is extraordinarily important," Deen said. "It's one of the
things that plays an important role in preventing obesity.

"This does not mean that most formula-fed babies will become obese or that
formula shouldn't be used, but breast-feeding is sort of tailor-made for the
child."

Monitoring the child's calorie intake, whether from breast milk or formula,
is also important to maintain a healthy weight. >>


Best wishes!
Sam Doak


Heather "Sam" Doak
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