Anti-Obesity Program Horrors: They May Cause Eating Disorders

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A new poll says 30% of parents have seen at least one worrisome behavior in their children that could be associated with an eating disorder—and they're blaming it on school-based anti-obesity programs. Of course, lowering childhood obesity rates is a good thing, but it seems a lot of school programs are taking a dangerous approach: Instead of teaching kids how to life a happy, healthy lifestyle through positive role models, they teach them how not to be obese. The difference—inspiration vs. fear—makes all the difference between controlling obesity and, it appears, eating disorders. More »Post from: Blisstree
 
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