[Marie]

I partly disagree as I have seen parents putting kids on a low fat diet to keep them from getting fat and not realize that kids need some fat. They are after all, growing and developing. A diet that is ok for an adult may not be adequate for a child.

I agree. When my daughter was born a nutritionist came to my room to give me the low-down on childhood nutrition. Long story short, she told me that kids need quite a bit of fat until they're 12-14 years old for brain development. I've read quite a few articles over the years that backed that up.

[Harmless Teddy Bear]

That is what I have observed. Of course I am talking the good fats not the trans fats stuff.

I have to wonder how many childhood troubles are caused by kids not eating right. Both of my parents still have health problems related to the fact that they were malnourished as kids.