Obesity in children

Text: Elena Guzman

Obesity is a problem that affects more and more children. By helping your child to choose the right way, you give the opportunity to a healthier and better life.

Obesity can give future health problems like diabetes and heart problems. Children who are overweight often have low self-esteem and may have behavior problems.

The reasons why children are overweight are the same as in adults. They eat more calories than the body needs, and they have too little activity.

The best way to inspire your child to eat healthy and be more active is to put yourself as a role model.

By taking your family out to the park or go swimming you spend more time with your family and you are being more active. You can also do other fun activities with your children, for example: ride a bike, play football, play hide and seek or you can find something else your child likes to do.

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