We're Killing Our Kids: How to End the Epidemic of Overweight & Sedentary Children

By Todd Hollander

A Book For Everyone Who Cares About Children The Crisis The problem of overweight children has reached an epidemic level - More than 30% of American children are overweight; at least 15% are obese -... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0975316648
• ISBN13: 9780975316641
• Release Date: October 2004
• Publisher: Not Avail
• Length: 190 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Great Insight

Mr. Hollander's book was so captivating I read it in one sitting. He provides clear insight into the problems we face with our childrens' (and our own) eating habits. His analysis of the data is clear and concise. His easy-to-follow guidelines are well researched and make it easy to avoid the pitfalls so common in our society. I highly recommend this book.

Required reading in the fight against obesity

I will be recommending this book to all the parents of children at risk for obesity in my practice. I found the data presented compelling and accurate and the style of writing perfect for the lay reader. Hollander has done a great job tackling this modern epidemic and presents a practical stepwise approach to change. Richard C. Han, M.D., FAAP Pediatrician Englewood Cliffs, NJ

The best $20 you'll ever invest in your children's lives

We're Killing Our Kids is a must read for every adult who seeks a solution to the problem of overweight children. Without casting blame or causing guilt, Hollander details not only the leading causes of this epidemic, but more importantly, practical steps that adults can take at home, at school, and in the community to enable children to develop healthy habits of balanced eating and regular exercise. If you care about kids, read this book! Mark Gan, MD El Paso, TX

Go Beyond Simple Diets

Learn about good fats, bad fats, good carbs, and bad carbs, to help your family 'develop a lifestyle of good nutrition and physical fitness' by avoiding bad advice and using Todd Hollander's book to develop a plan, priorities, and actions to promote a 'nutritious diet and physical fitness.'

A great read for parents concerned with raising healthy kids

As soon as I picked up "We're Killing Our Kids", I dove into it. Based on extensive research, it describes the basis and benefits of a healthy nutritional and physical lifestyle. The comprehensive information will benefit adults and children alike. The book provides a realistic approach and creative ideas effective in the daily battle we all face with the couch and the foods we consume. I felt encouraged that it's not too late to get started for the health and happiness of my entire family!