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Pasadena Weekly - They are what you eat

"Remember, too, that socialization and the influence of their peer group play a significant role during teen years, and this is true when it comes to dietary selections as well.

If, for example, your daughter’s best friend loves apples, make sure they’re always available whenever she comes to your house. While your daughter may not eat an apple at your urging, she may eat one if that’s what she sees her friend doing. This is an example of a social situation where healthy habits begin and are established."

Pasadena Weekly - They are what you eat

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