Eat This Not That! for Kids!: Be the Leanest, Fittest Family on the Block!

This is definately a must read for every parent. A couple of years ago I converted my household to a nearly no trans fat and partially hydrogenized living place. With a family history of breast cancer and heart disease, I felt it important to keep my two boys (ages 3 and 1) as healthy as possible. The series of books (Eat this not that) are great for both people like me who do infact read every darn label and limit processed foods and for your everyday McDonald's supporting family. Too many people think "diet" to be healthy when all they have to do is read the ingredients to see how much sugar is pounded into processed and canned goods. While I'm not perfect (I had a Red Robbin burger last week!) I do think its important for us, and by us I mean Americans, to realize that our society is heavier than it should be and it starts at home with our children and what they learn. My 3 year old is in a "I don't want to eat anything" phase, so sometimes I really REALLY need suggestions and ideas of what he might go for, and the books help. Its worth the few bucks on the entire collection, which I keep on my counter for every day easy access.

Book came in a reasonable amount of time. Didn't take long at all. Came in good condition exactly as described. Would reccomend and buy again from seller.

Our grandson age 8 was reading the regular Eat This, Not That when he discovered the kids version which he immediately put on his Christmas list. Being good grandparents we were only too happy to get this for him. He reads it often and lives by it.

If you are not a label reader- this breaks it down very simply and even shows you pictures of (names and brands) products that you may be using now, and then shows you some alternatives that are much healthier- and why- so you can make better choices. It explains alot about how to read labels as well - some really easy switches that will cut down the fat and sugar intake your kids are eating. You'll be surprised at what you THINK is healthy and what REALLY isn't! This is not a "diet" book- but it can help you make some simple changes that are more nutritional and not just a waste of empty calories.

I saw the author to this series of books on The Bonnie Hunt Show. His presentation was eye opening. If you are at all aware to what is happening to people and weight issues in present time, these books will explain why. I'm very health conscience and I was appalled to see many of the things I was eating are laden with calories, fat, sugar and salt. David said one thing that may sense to me. "Know what you are putting in your mouth." These little books need to be used like a reference book and stay handy on your book shelf. It is no wonder people are packing on the pounds when we are consuming mega calories without knowing it. A real good read.

Our family purchased this book at a companion to the adult 'Eat This, Not That'. It is a great way to encourage our daughters to eat healthier, and to teach them how to eat healthier. Both of our girls have gone through this book, and have used it when making choices at restaurants, and when helping us grocery shop. One does not need to "diet", just make better choices. I can't say enough about this book. For kids (and myself) the pictures make it more interesting. Who wants to just sit and read lists? This is by no means a 'diet' book; it just shows nutrition information that is necessary in making smart choices. I highly recommend this book to parents. If you are like our family and eat out often, it really helps to know exactly what to order.

I bought this book for a friend with a picky husband (he eats mostly frozen meals) and a picky son and I saw quite a bit of helpful tools for myself when I looked through it before giving it to her. She loves it because she can easily choose other options for her son that are similar to his favorites and it gives her husband and understanding of why he should and shouldn't eat certain things.

This covers a ton of comparisons, and gives you great substitutions. Instead of being frustrated about what to REALLY eat, this gives you reasonable substitutions so that you can eat a much healthier meal and your kids can too. It's amazing how you can get tricked by the titles of food combos and make some really bad choices. Really a must for every parent and or grandparent who are responsible for feeding young (and not so young) children meals while on the go.