The Risks and Rewards of Sugar, Salt, and Fat

There are a real life-long risks in giving in to sweets and processed foods. But how do parents draw the line?

Getting children to eat less sugar, salt, and fat is a battle worth waging. Treats, by definition, should be something that kids get every once and a while — a sweet, decadent break from a diet filled with fruits and vegetables. If you’ve laughed at this sentence, you’re not alone. Just look at the American Heart Association recommendation versus the re…