Adequate nutrition provided by a balanced diet is essential to help children grow and develop properly. Encourage your child to eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole-grains, lean sources of protein, and low-fat or nonfat dairy products. Limit foods that are high in fat, calories, and sugar. Portion control also is important to help prevent obesity. - See more at: http://www.healthcommunities.com/healthy-living-guides/index.shtml/ways-to-prevent-childhood-obesity_59/page/4#sthash.JFXLl36D.dpuf