2. The Facts
In the last 30 years, childhood obesity has more than
tripled.
In 2008, more than 1/3 of children and adolescents
were overweight or obese.
Childhood obesity now affects 17% of all children
and adolescents.
70% of obese children had at least 1 cardiovascular
disease risk factor , and 30% had 2 or more.
3. How is Obesity Measured?
Body Mass Index(BMI)- Measure used to determine
overweight and obesity.
Calculated using weight and height.
Child is not considered obese until the weight is 10%
higher than what is recommended for the child’s
height and body type
5. Health Risks
Obese children are more likely to…
Have high blood pressure, and high cholesterol
Have diabetes
Breathing problems
Ex. Asthma, sleep apnea
Social and psychological problems
Ex. Discrimination, low self-esteem
Become obese adults
Adult obesity is associated with more serious health problems
7. Causes
Poor eating habits
Ex. Junk food, fast food, overeating
Lack of exercise
Children who do not get a lot of physical activity
Family history of obesity
Health problems
Low self esteem
Depression
8. How to Prevent Obesity
Plan meals and make better food choices
Control food portions and calories
Add variety of fruits and vegetables on the blate
Give children healthier snack alternatives
Let the children have more active activity
Set an example for your child
Eat healthy meals with your child
Participate in physical activity with your child
9. •The food pyramid we have
all been used to has now
been replaced with a food
plate. This is how your meal
plate should look.
10. Healthier Alternatives
If your child wants ice cream…
Give your child yogurt, all natural fruit bars, frozen fruit – just as
sweet and satisfying,
If your child wants chips…
Make sweet potato fries, baked fries
If your child wants candy…
Give them fresh fruit- nature’s candy, a little piece of chocolate
If your child wants fast food…
Make your child’s favorite fast food meal at home. That way you
control what is in it.
If your child wants soda…
Give them all natural 100% juice, fruit smoothies
11. Physical Activities
Let the children run around outside
Let them play tag
Enroll them in sports
Football, soccer, basketball, track, dance, etc.
Instead of taking elevators take your kids up the
stairs for a fun adventure
Take your children out for a nice walk around the
neighborhood.
This will allow you to bond with your child, get your child
away from all the electronic devices, and get to know your
child more.
12. What will this program do?
This program will provide parents with all the
knowledge provided.
Give parents ideas on how to help their children stay
away from obesity.
If their children are obese we can help counsel the
parents, and show them how to get their child out of
obesity.
