Dear Parents,
An essential part of losing weight and keeping it off is learning how to listen to your body. Can you tell whether what you're feeling is true hunger or a simple craving? Read some helpful strategies that will help you start dropping those extra pounds – in advance of the holiday feast.

Not all eye conditions cause a child discomfort, so it's quite possible that your youngster won't let you know about an eye problem. Learn when you should schedule routine screenings, and what symptoms and behaviors might indicate an eye condition that requires attention.

Also in this issue: how to put the meaning back into Thanksgiving, avoid holiday overeating, and take the stress out of the holidays.

From the Editors at FamilyEducation.com

Learn how to get closer to your original instincts about food, and you may never need to feel "full" again!

Make sure that routine eye exams are carried out at regular intervals, and know the signs of potential eye problems.

Follow these tips for a meaningful and healthy Thanksgiving holiday.