Poll shows 37% of UK parents force kids to finish meals, linked to rising childhood obesity.

A poll by the British Nutrition Foundation reveals that 37% of parents often make their children eat everything on their plates, potentially contributing to the UK's obesity crisis. With obesity rates rising from 10% at primary school entry to 22% by secondary school, experts warn that oversized portions and the practice of finishing meals can lead to overconsumption. Only 8% of parents use guidelines for portion sizes, and the charity urges parents to be more mindful of how much they serve their children.

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