Your Neighbor's Daughter Seems to Eat Candy Quite a Bit

question 101

Multiple Choice

Your neighbor's daughter seems to eat candy quite a bit between meals.Her parents are worried about this and ask you.What would you tell her parents?

• A)She is very likely to get cavities.
• B)Sugar and starches are good for growing children.
• C)Candy helps soothe her and is linked to positive emotional development.
• D)Most children today eat like this and it is not likely to be a problem.

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