Which of the following is an effective strategy for dealing with obesity in a child?
a. Treat the child with Alli, the over-the-counter version of orlistat.
b. Institute a “Clean Plate Club” for the family dinner table.
c. Set a good example by eating healthy nutritious meals and exercising each day.
d. Take control and strongly encourage the child to limit food intake and exercise vigorously.
e. Begin a behavior modification program that rewards healthy choices and punishes unhealthy choices.
Answer: C
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