Children are born able to let us know when they are hungry and when they are satisfied. They are also able to adjust the amount and type of food they eat depending on what their body needs. If left to do its job, our bodies will keep being able to regulate our food intake as we grow. Unfortunately, lots of things can get in the way of this happening. Parents, peers, school and the media give children (often well-meaning) messages about food and the way bodies should look. How do we can support a child to trust what their body is telling them. Read more