Fat still on the children's menu

Parents should think twice before offering a low-fat menu to youngsters, despite concerns over obesity. Children burn more body fat than adults for each calorie spent, according to research in the online open access publication, Nutrition Journal, evidence that fat can be included as part of a child’s healthy and balanced diet.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news106466692.html">Fat still on the children's menu</a></p> <p>Parents should think twice before offering a low-fat menu to youngsters, despite concerns over obesity. Children burn more body fat than adults for each calorie spent, according to research in the online open access publication, <i>Nutrition Journal</i>, evidence that fat can be included as part of a child’s healthy and balanced diet.</p>