It's is hard to believe that even children are now being diagnosed as having eating disorders. Learn more about this disease that is becoming more more prominent.  As parents you need to be aware of the signs of this problem.  Are they refusng to eat or are they exercising to an excessive amount?  The parent is the model for their children and need to maintain good eating habits.  Healthy eating is many times the proper method rather than going on a "diet".  Families need to make fitness a regular part of their daily lives.  Make mealtimes pleasant and not critical each and every day.