Childhood Obesity is on the rise. Prevention is key.

Related to a nutrition

imbalance : Overnutrition

Consequences of obesity can

lead to diabetes, hypertension,

cardiovasular diseases,

depression and many types of

cancers that include colon,

breat, kidney, thyroid and

many more (5)

Obesity is associated with

low-grade inflammation

Obesity can be related to

lifestyle, environment, and

genes.

Family modification is

important (1)

References

1.) Thurlow, J. (2008). Krause's Food and Nutrition Therapy, 12th Edition. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 40(10),

2.) Childhood Obesity Facts. (2015). Retrieved March 08, 2016, from http://www.cdc.gov/obesity/data/childhood.html 1861

3.) Home. (n.d.). Retrieved March 08, 2016, from https://www.healthiergeneration.org/

4.) ACSM | Articles. (n.d.). Retrieved March 08, 2016, from https://www.acsm.org/public-information/articles/2011/10/04/mental-health-benefits-of-exercise-for-adolescents

5.) Heartorg Home Page. (n.d.). Retrieved March 08, 2016, from http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/

Childhood Obesity

Childhood obesity is a national epidemic. In

America, there are over 17% of children

that are overweight or obese. (2) This

affects 12.7 million children and

adolescents which is 1 in 3 children.

Modifications in dietary intake will assist

to prevent diseases. There is so much we

can do to prevent obesity in children.

Keep Moving

Benefits of physical activity: (4)

Lowers blood cholesterol levels

Helps prevent diseases

Helps with weight loss

Helps with well-being

Keeps bones strong

Better sleep and mood

Improves skin

Improves concentration

Prevention of depression

Create a healthy environment

Limit time in front of the TV or playing video games

Have fresh fruit and vegetables on hand

Limit junk foods

Keep active with your children daily

Say words like “Healthy Choices” Keep a positive environment

Incorporate superfoods in daily meals

“Slowly but surely, we're beginning to turn

the tide on childhood obesity in America.

Together, we are inspiring leaders from

every sector to take ownership of this

issue." Michelle Obama

Preparation is key for weight loss

and maintenance

Pack lunches for your children

Have sit down meals with the family

(3)

Additional Resources

American Diabetes Association

(Diabetes.org)

American Heart Association

(Heart.org)

USDA (myplate.gov)

)

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

(eatright.org)