Comments on: Fast Food Flops for Tots: Too Many Calories in Kid’s Meals, Study Says

By: Hayley

Hayley — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 12:42:19 +0000

Fast food is also a growing problem with regards to children’s behaviour. Children who have a bad diet are more likely to suffer from developmental delays in school and are also more at risk of behavioural disorders such as ADHD. Society needs to get a grip and realise that the future generation of adults are going to suffer because of our ignorance.

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By: drrobyn

drrobyn — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 20:03:27 +0000

Thanks, Dr. M– It is certainly a frustration that this food that many families are relying on as fast and convenient is far from healthy. Parents rely on these restaurants to provide foods that are right for their children– after all, if you call them “kids’ meals” they should be fit for kids, right?

We appreciate your advice. Come back soon!

Dr. Robyn

By: DrM...

DrM... — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 19:47:56 +0000

Excellent article Dr. Robyn. You are spot on. Fast food and even sit down family restaruants are a dilema. Parents need to educate themselves on what is healthy and monitor how often they go out.

My suggestions:
1. Don’t order “meals” – buy ala cart
2. Don’t buy drinks – empty calories from sugar with no redeeming nutritional value at all – drink more water
3. Don’t order fries – delicious? Yes. healthy? Absolutely not. Probably the worst food available.

Save soda, fries and other really bad foods as treats to allow on special occasions.