4. Development Of The Habit Of Overeating

The development of the habit of overeating starts all too early. The sad truth is that children are trained to overeat. From early infancy, babies are coaxed to take frequent feedings they do not need. Older children are bribed to "clean their plates" with the promise of a sweet dessert, which further complicates the digestion of the unnecessary meal. Worst of all, they are not even allowed to refuse a meal when they are not hungry.

Even the sick are urged to eat "to keep up their strength"—in spite of the protests from the ailing organism. Young girls are taught that the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. The way to a man's health is also through his stomach.