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On the surface, it doesn't seem logical. But research has confirmed that the lower the income and the more often a family doesn't have enough to eat, the more likely it is the adults and children are or will become overweight.

Childhood obesity is increasing, and experts have suggested that this is due in part to changes in our environment. Cities and towns are not being designed for walking to stores or to schools.

One reason people overeat is a distorted perception of appropriate portion sizes.

A busy life can come in the way of preparing a healthy family dinner. But planning ahead for busy times can prevent the dash to pick up an unhealthy fast food meal. One strategy is stocking the cupboard or pantry with the healthy staples with which to build quick meals.

Many families drink whole milk out of habit. But bad habits can be broken. One-percent milk is readily available at grocery stores, and is a healthier alternative for just about everyone in the family. Until age one, babies should drink mother's milk or formula.