Simple Tips To Avoid Childhood Obesity

Childhood Obesity Prevention

Childhood obesity is definitely an issue that is taking some importance by the increasing number of children that are being affected by this disease. Obesity is considered a disease in these times. The lack of commitment of the adults has permeated in the time required to care for their children, thus leading to a consistent supply of meals and very caloric rich in sugars and carbohydrates.

It is possible to prevent that childhood obesity is still propagating. To meet this objective must be taken in account prevent any illness that may arise after over the years. With these simple tips you can help your child to not fall into the trap of the obesity.

Improve nutrition for children
This is overriding to the gastronomic education of the child.  It is advisable to have a weekly menu pre-set beforehand so as to avoid falling at the last minute in any fast-food trap. It is important cooking meals with the least amount of additives as possible, avoid seasonings packaged because these contain chemicals.

Seasoning the food naturally promotes a healthier eating as well as the love for the homemade food. Obviously in any point it is advisable to insert some food type fast food or candy to reward the child  by its effort to eat healthy.


More physical activity
Many people are not doing exercise. At least not the minimum amount that should be done, if not the obesity would not be a regular topic of conversation. Instill the love of the sport or physical activity, walking usually by a park for example is vital to create a custom for the children.

If your children see their parents' example to make physical activity will become a family tradition. In addition to burning calories you will be creating ties within the family. It is recommended that 45-60 minutes of physical activity every day.


Put schedules for television, video games and the internet
A very important point within the media bombardment that we suffer daily is the fact "get disconnected".  If the child not catch the television, it would be the PlayStation or Xbox and if does not succumb under these temptations will always the internet available to chat with friends and seek additional distractions in the network.
Have a fixed time for TV and other distractions sets a limit to the time for use these appliances to promote the sedentary lifestyle.

Much modernity can promote a sedentary life and eventually lead the childhood obesity. The fact of sharing in family promotes physical activity as well as the union of the same.


The factors that can predispose a baby to suffer from overweight or obesity
are the following:

* Overweight of the mother before pregnancy
* Maternal smoking during pregnancy
* High weight of the baby at birth
* Quick weight gain on the part of the baby in the first few months
* Early incorporation of solid food, it should be appearing from 6 months
* No breastfeeding.