Dr. Gupta's Blog

Check out this link to Dr. Gupta's blog on CNN.com where he addresses the frightening topic of body image issues in girls as young as eight.  He offers advice to parents who are facing  preteens who declare that they're too fat.  Instead of a "No you're not!" he recommends asking them why they feel that way because there are often times underlying issues.  Also, for any dads out there, Dr. Gupta warns you may be more influential on your daughter's body image than you thought.  Don't dismiss warning signs or concerns raised by your wife, and don't tell your little girl she looks great.  Instead, tell her she IS great.  According to Dr. Gupta, parents need to avoid comments like "I feel fat," and above all - children who are at a normal weight should NOT be dieting.