Causes of childhood obesity

Are You Making Your Kids Fat?

Your good intentions may be the reason your child’s packing on pounds

By Hollis Templeton fitbie

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Are You Making Your Kids Fat? // mother and daughter at a table c Thinkstock

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You’ve hidden the Oreos and potato chips in a cupboard the kids can’t reach. You just signed your grade-schooler up for gymnastics lessons and your teenager’s on the soccer team at school. But they’re both packing on pounds, and you’re not sure why. Sure, they may be sneaking sodas and sweets when you’re not looking—but it might also be time to think about how your own actions may be affecting your kids’ weight . Ask yourself whether the following habits are to blame. (Related: 7 Kids' Foods to Never Eat )

Be the smartest parent on the block--and keep your family lean and fit for life!

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