“Fat-Proof Your Child”

Joseph C. Piscatella

Workman

494 pages, $15.95

This workbook comes from the author of several diet and health books and guru of healthy cooking. Piscatella turns his attention to children because of the obvious problem of obesity. The book would be extremely helpful to parents who are worried about an overweight child. It is very practical and addresses everyday concerns, such as getting your child involved in physical activities and questions on why kids eat the way they do. A favorite section addresses which fast foods are good (or bad) choices and gives seven steps toward improving your child’s nutrition. An example: Choose a good breakfast cereal.