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Kid's Weigh Out Program

Kid's Weigh Out

A weight reduction program dedicated to helping children  

What is Kid’s Weigh Out?
A  youth group nutrition weight loss program consists of 6 sessions.
The Family Nutrition Center Foundation has a group weight loss program for children. This program has been uniquely designed for children and teens with weight problems. Kid’s Weigh Out provides a stimulating, supportive and educational environment to teach both child and parent about sound, good nutrition. Kid’s Weigh Out offers a low cost program designed to specifically address the needs of children/adolescents and their families with regards to weight management. Kid’s Weigh Out provides a healthy alternative and answer to dangerous yo-yo and fad dieting. Kid’s Weigh Out  provides children and their families a safe means of addressing health and weight challenges.

Conducted By? Lucille Beseler "The Kid's Nutritionist"

How much does it cost?
Call the office to see if you qualify for a scholarship to attend the program for a reduced fee or for free. 

What will your child receive?
Private weigh-ins, group discussions, educational material, a non-food goodies and lots of activities, and FUN! FUN! FUN!

What will the parent receive?
 A nutrition lecture and a nutrition book written by the Family Nutrition Center. Support and help to improve your child’s weight.

Who qualifies to join?
Any child or family  that is concerned with their weight.

Why is weight management in children important?
According to the American Family Physician, incidence of obesity among children ages 6 to 11 has increased by more than 50% within the past 40 years.
According to the International Food Information Council, 25% of children in America are obese or at risk of becoming obese.
According to the American Family Physician, 70% to 80% of obese adolescents will remain obese as adults.  The probability that a child who is obese after the age of six has a 50% chance of remaining obese.
According to A Report to Congress, only 2% of school-aged children meet the Food Guide Pyramid recommendations for all five food groups.
 
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