I also believe that if schools adequately address the issues by informing the parents and children about the importance of physical activity and eating healthy, children will not develop unhealthy eating patterns or disorders (Wechsler et al. 2004, p.6). If schools across the nation were to implement rigorous courses about health education and physical education, students and parents would learn the importance of eating healthy and exercising (Wechsler et al. 2004, p.8). With the knowledge and information regarding pediatric obesity, people can take preventative measures in order to decrease the likelihood of childhood obesity. The promotion of health and recognition of childhood obesity will help people understand that this is a huge issue
