Friday, December 9, 2011

Obesity in children

Obesity in children
Up this type of disease to one in five children


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In the United States, where they are overweight Oualbdana, and this number continues to grow.With the knowledge that children less than healthy weight related medical problems of adults, however, the health of children who are overweight are at high risk during puberty and adolescence, placing them at risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes in later life, which is also likely to develop stress, sadness and lack of self-confidence.


What are the causes of obesity in children?There are a variety of reasons why children are overweight and obesity, the most common causes are genetic factors, physical inactivity and unhealthy eating patterns, or a combination of these factors. Only in rare cases is increased weight caused by a medical condition such as hormonal problem. A physical exam and some blood tests rule out the possibility of a medical condition as a cause of obesity.Although the families are experiencing problems with weight gain, not all children of a family history of obesity have increased in weight. And for children who have parents or brothers or sisters are overweight are likely to sober at an increased risk of becoming obese themselves, but this behavior can be linked to the joint, such as family eating and activity.The diet of the child and the activity level of play has an important role in determining the child's weight. These days, many children spend a lot of time without movement or activity. For example, the average child spends approximately four hours per day watching television. And computers and video games have become increasingly popular, and therefore the number of hours of inactivity increase.


What are the diseases that make the obese child is at risk?Obese children at risk for a number of cases, including:• high cholesterol.• high blood pressure• heart disease early• Diabetes• bone problems• diseases such as skin, heat rash, and fungal infections, and acne.
How do I know if my child is overweight?The best person to determine if your child is overweight is the child's doctor. In determining whether or not your child is suffering an increase in weight, the doctor will measure your child's weight and height. Your doctor will also consider the age of your child's growth and plans. The estimation of obesity in children is difficult because there can be unexpected mutations during the growth of the child can not be predictable. For example, it is not uncommon for boys to show the increase in weight, but may increase the length and growth in weight after a few years.


How can I help my child who is overweight?If you have a child is overweight, it is very important to allow him or her know that you will be supportive. Children's feelings about themselves often are based on feelings and their parents, and if you accept your children in any weight, it will be more likely to feel good about themselves. It is also important to talk with your children about their weight, and allow them to participate in their concerns with you.It is not recommended that parents treat their child in a way the independence or separate them because of the weight. Instead, parents should focus on the gradual change of physical activity and dietary habits of family. Through the involvement of all members of the family, every individual who study the health habits of the child does not feel any extra weight in the unit.How can I involve my family in healthy habits?There are many ways to involve the entire family in healthy habits, but increasing physical activity for the family is especially important.
There are some ways to achieve this, the following are:• lead by example. If your children see you physically active person and cheerful, they are more likely to be physically active and sober Abako active for the rest of their lives.• Plan family activities that require all family members of exercise such as walking, cycling or swimming.• a sense of the needs of your children. The weight gain in children will feel more uncomfortable about participating in some activities. It is important to help your child to find physical activities that they enjoy and that are not embarrassing or too difficult.• make an effort to reduce the amount of time you and your family spend in sedentary activities, such as watching television or playing video games.Whatever the choice of parents to take an approach to a child suffering from weight gain. The purpose is not to make Ali's physical and a healthy diet and a duty, but to make the most of opportunities for you and your family must be active and healthy.

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