Mike Is a 10-Year-Old Inactive Child Who Weighs 150 Pounds

Mike is a 10-year-old inactive child who weighs 150 pounds.He has come to your practice with his parents for help losing weight.What advice should be given to the parents?

A) Reduce his energy intake by 50 kcalories per day
B) Reduce his energy intake by 100 kcalories per day
C) Encourage a weight loss goal of 5 lbs per month
D) Maintain weight and do not encourage weight loss during growth and development