A rancher knows how to raise a calf for a good return on his investment. He knows that it’s good for a calf to be enjoying the pasture life. Keeping cattle in the pasture helps them to exercise and build good muscle tone while eating the grass. While this would be the ideal situation if these were mere pets, these aren’t pets - and they need more.
A lean cow can make for a really tough steak. Just before the cattle are sent to market, the rancher brings them into the pen to be grain-fed and less active. This helps to fatten them up while relaxing the muscle build-up so the meat will be a little more tender and juicy and make their coat shinier. This will get them a better price at the auction...where it really matters.
The Juicy Steak
I’ve heard from those who like fat on their meat; and I know those who don’t want it anywhere near their plate. They can’t stand to even look at it. Ironically, those who eat the fat - have problems with their own weight and/or their cholesterol. Those who like their meat lean may or may not have health issues depending on the amount of meat they consume.
Don’t have a Cow!
Here’s the deal. When a child is a young toddler; he’s usually determined to get from one place to another as quick as possible. Did you ever wish you could bottle that energy he seems to be overloaded with? Actually, you can enjoy the same energy if you combine physical activity with a well-balanced diet.
As you began adding solid food to his diet; you were most likely concerned with making it well-balanced. You may have added a little green beans with some apricots and a piece of meat. The whole time, you're coaxing and wooing him into eating something that will make him "grow big and strong!"
While your child is in his formative years; you may introduce him to sports. This is a great way to teach them many lessons in life - sportsmanship, team-playing, winning and defeat. Many parents don’t encourage sports; but their child may still be eager to run around terrorizing the neighborhood. They may choose to create a club or enjoy other outdoor activities with their friends.
This is about the time that the child decides he doesn't want his green beans; so you, the parent begin to “compromise”. First of all, “compromising” isn’t in the parent or child’s job description. You are the parent who lays down the rules; and your child is the one who obeys the rules.
If your child defies the rules, you are only one who should ultimately decide the fate from that defiance. This is where parents are getting totally off the track. If your rules come with a “compromise” clause; your child will be ready for the livestock sale in about 2 years...or less.
Your child has been active and is now a lean, mean monster machine. Suddenly, it’s Christmas time, and he wants a video game-player. Well, of course, “all the other kids” have one; and you’re not about to be showed up; so there you go - down the electronics aisle to "parental submission"!
Of course, while I’m telling you this; you’re saying, “Oh no! You’re misjudging me as a mother! I’m not going to allow my child to sit in front of the TV for hours!” Wanna bet on it? You’ve just hired the new babysitter!
Now, you’re child has figured out that he can get other things his way! He doesn’t want his green beans; and beside from that, you’re tired from working all day; or it’s your day off; or you’re just not in the mood to cook...or you’ve decided to make the grave mistake of asking him an open-ended question...”What do you want for supper?” Every now and then, that child will come up with a brilliant idea for his supper...but don’t count on it! He’s going for the gold! Pizza!
Remember when you were so careful to ensure your child ate a balanced meal? Hamburger Helper doesn’t do it! Pizza won’t get it! Fast-food doesn’t get it either! So instead of asking the open-ended question with a high-carbs hand-out...how about trying the “I can rest after dinner” attitude; and decide what you’re going to prepare for dinner. You can also play the game with your child as “Choose A for Chicken or B for pork chops” option.
Cattle:
- Born·
- Feed on Mother’s Milk
- Run, play and eat natural foods in the pasture while young
- Fatten up on grain with little activity
- Sold on the Market
Children:
- Born
- Feed on Mother’s Milk or Natural Supplement
- Run, play and eat wholesome foods while toddling
- Fatten up on mostly carbs, fats and preservatives with little activity
- Sorry, he can’t be sold; but instead, the real hard work just begins
- Laziness is natural - can’t find a job
- Costly eating habits - Costly wardrobe bill
- May repeat the cycle with his own children
Would you like a pound of fat with that?
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| One Pound of Human Body Fat |
Remember that fat you see on your steak or pot roast? Try putting that through surgery. Suture won’t hold it together; therefore, obesity post-op can lead to hernias, slow-healing, evisceration and infection.
Call it propaganda if you want to...I really don’t care! If you pork out your child; then you’re doing him an injustice that’s worse than sending him to the Slaughter-House! At least the slaughterhouse is quick and painless!
No, the government doesn't need to tell you how to raise your child; because you should be doing that already!!
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