Childhood obesity

Causes

Solutions

  1. the rapid growth of fast food industry

raise awareness about possible consequences of obesity

  1. little exercise

Limit screen time

Encourage to do exercises

  1. children's indulgence
  1. food advertising encourages people to consume fast food more --> over consumption of food
  1. the prevelance of fast food industry

restrrict time on sedentary activities

organize active events and competitions

upgrade your mood

give warnings about health risks

  1. parents too busy to supervise children's lifestyle

maintain a balance and healthy diet

Examples of solutions

Eating healthy foods and being physically active helps to prevent chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, some cancers, and heart disease.

Dietary Guidelines for American also recommends limiting foods and beverages with added sugars, solid fats, or sodium.

The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americansrecommends children aged 6 – 17 years do at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity every day


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  1. stress and anxiety