Obese and overweight children are susceptible to various diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure. They can also start to experience social problems such as bullying and teasing. While the society accepts that this is a problem, there are no magic or easy answers. The take-home message of this book is to teach and encourage your children to eat better and less, then, exercise more. With self-control, hard work and a change in lifestyle, your child can get to a normal weight. However, both of you must realize that these changes can't be for 7 weeks or 7 months. It is forever.