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July 13th, 2010
11:20 AM ET
Boy, 10, loses 11 pounds on monthlong mission
At age 10, Marshall Reid, an iReport contributor, is a child chef who reinvents popular dishes. Shredding iceberg lettuce in the kitchen, Marshall discussed ways to make a taco salad healthier. Marshall's "healthy spin" recipe included lettuce, ground turkey and beef, low-fat cheese, light sour cream, tomatoes, and cilantro. And there's no fried taco shell for his Day 26 dinner. On a 31-day mission, Marshall kicked off a summer challenge called Portion Size Me where he cooks healthy meals for him and his family. This challenge was inspired by the movie "Super Size Me." His videos often feature him grilling sweet potatoes, corn, portobello and turkey burgers. So far, he has lost 11 pounds in less than a month, his mother, Alex Reid said. The challenge wasn't about pounds, but making better lifestyle choices, she added. Marshall also wants to become more active and has told his mother he wants to start playing football this year. Why Marshall started his journey. When his Portion Size Me challenge ends Saturday, Marshall may take on new goals such as making 10 days of healthy, affordable dinners on a budget or making 10 days of nutritious school lunches. "We have to keep this going, because he’s excited and full of energy," said Reid, of Sanford, North Carolina. "He has always loved cooking." Marshall and his older sister, Jordan's video updates are available on iReport and YouTube.
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Congrats to you, Marshall. Keep up the good work.
He is adorable!! Im so glad he is doing this and it is being shown to the public.
Great job!
We are MARSHALL.. We are MARSHALL!
Good job little man. Keep up the good work and one day your going to be a stud.
This is the best article I have read in a long time relating to adolescent's health! Wow I mean, what willpower and determination. It's wonderful this child and family have realized that it is a lifestyle change, not a temporary quick fix. Kudos to Marshall!!! CONGRATS on the weight loss, you have just decreased your risk for heart disease, diabetes, obesity, high BP, and many other health risks. You gain so much more when you are healthy, look forward to a better quality of life. WONDERFUL STORY! Can't wait to check out youtube! Keep it up!
INSPIRATIONAL!!! And you may never know how many people Marshall may inspire. I love the idea of not "dieting" I agree totally with lifestyle changes, it is the only thing that works that you can carry with you the rest of your days.
Keep cooking Marshall! You are an inspiration to many, many people.
Yeah Marshall and all the Reid family As a registred dietitian working in private practice with overweight patients (adults) with chronic disease directly related I applaud this family. COOKING is the key. Laarnng at a young age Is major. Preventionis is the name of the game. It doesn't get b etter than the whole family involvement and support! Thanks for sharing with all of us!
I hope CNN keeps this article up for the entire week and that Marshall's story gains traction on other networks. I will find the YouTube videos and show them to my son. Marshall is blessed with a calling, self-awareness, and persistence at a young age, as well as a supportive family. He has a bright future ahead of him.
Way to go Marshall!! You're leading yourself and your family to actively think about what you're eating, not just eating whatever sounds good! Your body will LOVE you for it! You're motivating to me, too. =)
my healthy diet routine include lots of dietary fibers, vegetables and fruits, i always cut down on beef and pork';'
Great info once again! I am looking forward for more updates.
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