I just wanted to let everyone know that i have been reading this thread with much interest. Alot of you sound like you have my kids! I have a 15 year old who takes after Dad and has absolutely NO weight problem...he is a rail. Then i have my 12 1/2 year old who is a wee bit on the chunky side, and really could use to lose some weight. It doesn't help that his brother can eat ANYTHING in sight and not gain a pound....so the suggestions and experiences you have all been sharing have been great. Plus i believe this will give ME more of a reason to stay motivated and gives us both an on the spot partner to share or triumphs and stumbles...

So, i think my first step will be breakfast and snacks....then once we get that one good, as that seems to be the most troublesome areas, we will work on lunches and dinners, though they shouldn't be too much trouble as the family already eats a modified low carb dinner. Since i am homeschooling the boys, i will not have to worry about the school pressure and sneak eating that comes with peers...

Anyway, i wanted to say thanks and i will report in and let you know how it is going....

Blessings and Happy Low Carbing!

i was very happy to find this thread and others about parents and their children. my 13 year old is over weight and i will have to let her read this so she can see she is not alone. she says sometimes she needs support too and since I am low carbing too i completly understand this

My 7 year old granddaughter is overweight and very embarrassed about it. Other kids can be very cruel. I know, I have always been "big boned" as my mother used to say. Any way, I have done lots of research and am going to try a modified low carb for her this summer. She spends most of the summer with me any way, my husband and I are very into the LC way of life....so...ordered the Carbohydrate Addict for Kids book from Amazon. The research that I came across states that kids, because of their revved up metabolism, can have 60 - 100 mg of carbs per day...so that seems to have plenty of room for fruits, vegetables, milk. I used to work for family practitioner, am going to check with him first to see if it is OK. He is big supporter of LC eating but have not asked him about kids.

I have 4 children, however my two youngest are on the LC WOE with my husband and I. They are ages 15 and 16 and decided to do this as my 16 year old is 6'1" but was over 300 lbs. We have been on this for 2 months and 2 days now and he has lost 35 pounds. My 15 year old has lost 20 lbs., but doesn't have near the weight to lose as his older brother.

I am so proud of both of them because I don't have to say a word to them about the way they eat. I have all of the foods in the house (we even have left over high carb processed packages of food that they aren't even tempted by) and I have educated them in the ways of LC'ing.

My 16 year old took classes during the June month and even packed his own lunch everyday because he was disappointed with the extremely high carb lunches that were offered at school.

Even when the boys spend the night or a few days at a friends house, they always look at their options of food offered to them and choose accordingly. I'm so happy for them and for us.

After 2 months, the 4 of us have lost a total of 109 pounds...and still keep going.

pjtody.....congratualtions! that 109 lbs. is an amazing accomplishment for your family. my son is only 6mos. so I am not concerned now, but carb addiction has plagued my entire family (you know, the "fat family") and I am going to try and start him on the right path...ie no white flour, white sugar. I wish you all continued success!

My 12 year old son has been LC now with me for 12 months. He lost a total of 11 pounds, which was all he needed to lose. He makes his own food choices, which usually make me very proud. If we go out to breakfast on Sunday to our favorite restaurant, the waitress always knows he's going to order steak and eggs, hold the toast and hashbrowns. The only weight he's gaining now is the normal weight gain that comes with growth. He's very proud of himself, and has far more energy than he had before. He's much more willing to go out and play football or baseball with the neighborhood kids, and put his swimsuit on and jump in the pool. He can have quite a few more carbs each day then I can, and he is very careful about his selections. I have to admit this kid has more control than I do at times. I'm very proud of him.

Hi everyone. Just had to get on this thread!

My 10 year old son started doing CAD last monday (it'll be one week tomorrow.) He wasn't happy, at first, as the insulin response was making him hungry... I told him "Give it three days and see how you feel."

He is doing great! Went to the fridge this AM and got himself a snack of rolled ham. He drinks tons of water (good boy!) and told me after day 3 "I want to keep eating like this." He's lost 4.5 lbs in this week alone. I know some of that is water, but he's thrilled and so am I.

I really like CAD for kids because it elminiates the "what to do about lunch" question I read earlier. The kids at school need to know NOTHING about what my son is doing. He has opted to make his reward meal his lunch so he can have a "regular" lunch at school and not let on to anyone that he's on a special eating plan. They'll just be noticing the pounds dropping off and a slimmer, healthier boy appearing.

The CAD also helps them have that "treat" so they don't feel deprived. He had ice cream with lunch yesterday. Not something I'd recommend every day, but if he really wants it, I don't have to stand there and say "NO!". He likes yogurt and can have one cup a day, with this WOE.

This is something he can stick with and he's enjoying it! ALSO, he already said, yesterday, that he can't believe his need for snacking has practially disappeared! PTL.

Try this eating plan for your kids, if they are struggling with Atkins or one of the other low carb plans. It seems to be working well with my son.



Jeannie

WOW! This sounds so cool! Are your children really losing weight?? That's great that parents are FINALLY taking control of what our youth is eating! I'm actually associate producing a show and we are interested in finding parents like you guys that are firm believers in a low carb lifestyle for their families! Please call me if interested! It's a great opportunity to get the word out to educate other parents (oh yea, we pay for all travel to NYC!)

I can be reached ANYTIME toll free: 800-211-2171

Thanks,
Tracy Byrne
Associate Producer
Life & Style

Hi Tracy:

My family and I have been trying to keep on lo-carb with limited success. It's amazing how hard it is when the kids are bombarded with hi-carb everything! The concession stand at the baseball field has absolutely NOTHING my kids can eat, save water and diet soda. The Cafeteria at lunch is laden with hi-carb fare.

Eating out has become somewhat less difficult because of lo-carb options, but it's not what kids WANT when offered the other stuff on the menu.

CAD helps, because it offers kids a chance to eat carbs one time a day.

My oldest son (12) has been back to trying to stay on CAD, but he has such a difficult time losing weight, it's hard for him to stay motivated. He's gained some weight throughout the winter months and is now trying to get them back off. He's 5'1" and 145 lbs, currently. He was up to 150.

My younger son abhors the lo-carb lifestyle. He's skinny as a rail and he loves cereal, pancakes, etc. and trying to get him to just eat lo-carb is truly pulling teeth.

I did lo-carb throughout most of my pregnancy with my 4th child, and it helped quite a bit, but I'm still trying to lose the last 20 lbs. I can never lose weight when breastfeeding and have just weened my daughter. The weight is starting to come off, now.

My 3 year old daughter LOVES ham and cheese and is really eatingh a pretty lo-carb lifestyle. Hopefully, I can keep her going and train her up right. I didn't have the information when the other kids were young, or they might not be struggling with the problems they have now!

Wish we were doing better and could demonstrate to your viewers what a great option this is, but unfortunately, I don't think we're the IDEAL family to show how lo-carb works, even though we are trying to do it and I understand the benefits of it.

Best of luck in your effort to find that ideal family that has really discovered how to make this work.

JeannieF

Hey Jennie! I would love to chat with you about this! I think you would be great for what we are looking for ....I would love to go into more detail about the show! Please call me (toll free) 800-211-2171. I will then explain what we are looking for....I love the idea of going ahead and putting your 3 year old on it! It seems like the earlier you start, the better!!! Oh...call anytime...I will be off on Sat, but I will be working on Sunday!

Thanks,
Tracy Byrne
800-211-2171

Hey guys.....I think this is great for you to be so cautious about your childs weight! So many kids are overweight, I'm looking for someone to share their story with me about their childs low carb lifestyle! I'm very interested in this topic! Know anyone?????

Tracy

You may want to check out a thread called "the family photos!!!" In the Triple Digits Club section. This family lost weight together, and their 9 year old boy lost 31 pounds! There are before and after photos. It may be an inspiration for your kids.

Will do!

Thanks for the help!

tracy

I have 4 daughters ages 11, 9, 6 and 3. All of them are in the normal range for weight except for my 9-year old who is extremely thin. Anyway, the rule for all my children is that they must ask before they help themselves to food. They ask for a snack and then I give them several choices (apple, yogurt, cheese etc..) Believe me, even with my vigilence, they end up consuming much more sugar then I'd like, but I figure if I'm trying, they'll end up eating healthier. I don't worry about depriving my skinny girl junk food. She needs the healthy lower carb snacks as much or more than the others. She just doesn't have a big appetite so everything she puts into her mouth needs to count. Besides, I'm almost positive she has a low blood sugar problem.

This summer we've also started all of them on a voluntary running program. Each time they increase their distance they earn a reward like shopping or a meal out with mom. The 3 year old can run 1/2 mile, 1 mile for the 11 and 6 year old and 2 miles for the 9 year old. I am so proud of them.

I'm hoping if they eat reasonably healthy now, they'll be no need for dieting in the future. I do see the signs of a weight problem (judged by body type) for my 6 year old but she is getting slimmer all the time and I am encouraging her love of athletics.

It is true, when I'm eating healthier, everyone eats healthier.

I do have the advantage of being an at-home mom with time to make whole grain, higher protein bread, and plan well-rounded meals. I think it would be much tougher for a payroll mom.

All of you sound like you're making great efforts and I applaud you.

Jennifer