Childhood obesity is an issue of concern in the United States. It is considered a lifestyle disease with many contributing factors, such as genetics, economic, social, psychological and environmental factors (Newson, et. al, 2013). Obesity is described as the most widespread threat to health and well being of individuals. It has a negative effect for the individuals, local communities and to the society as a whole. Research has posed that obesity services should combine dietary, physical activity and behavioral factors (Newson, et. al, 2013). Obesity is defined as a body mass index equivalent or greater than the 95th percentile of a child 's body weight or body mass index more than 30 kg/ms (WHO, 2010). Obesity identifies biologically those
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It is also estimated that Overweight and Obesity are attributed to 44% in diabetes development, 23% in ischemic heart disease and 7 to 41 % of some certain cancers (WHO, 2010). Its negative health impact in children cannot be overemphasized. Such negative impacts include, difficulty breathing, increased fracture risks, hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, impaired insulin tolerance, sleep apnea, and psychological problems (WHO, 2010).
Types of Legislations
The negative effects of having an obese nation entails some prevention and efforts from both the local, state and federal government. Intervention programs have to be put in place through federal programs and legislative efforts to fight the obesity epidemic in the country. According to an article written by (Ferguson et. al, 2009). The United States government formed the National School Breakfast and Lunch Programs (NSB and NSL, respectively) along with other federally regulated programs such as WIC and Head Start. These are the key programs the government uses to influence the nutrition habits and …show more content…
The researchers have combined evidence to calculate the effects of obesity, interventions and policies at various levels ranging from the individuals to population at large (Gortmaker, et. al, 2011). Every effort is made by the governmental policy to benefit all obese patients. According to CDC, about 35% of adults 65 years and older are affected by obesity within the period of 2007-2010, which is approximately 8 million of Medicare age bracket (Brill, 2013). The obesity act of 2015 was enacted. This part of bill grants the Medicare patients the access to a full array of medical treatment, including education, diet and exercise (Brill, 2013). It will also, provide the Medicare beneficiaries and health care providers with the meaningful tools to reduce obesity by improving access to weight loss counseling and grant the coverage for federal drug agency the approval for prescription drugs (Brill, 2013). The children also benefit from the policy change. Both the federal and state government legislatures continue to be active in considering policy options in making healthy choices and help provide children with healthier foods in schools. Also, more opportunities are provided for safe and enjoyable physical activity and recreational parks (NCSL,
It is also estimated that Overweight and Obesity are attributed to 44% in diabetes development, 23% in ischemic heart disease and 7 to 41 % of some certain cancers (WHO, 2010). Its negative health impact in children cannot be overemphasized. Such negative impacts include, difficulty breathing, increased fracture risks, hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, impaired insulin tolerance, sleep apnea, and psychological problems (WHO, 2010).
Types of Legislations
The negative effects of having an obese nation entails some prevention and efforts from both the local, state and federal government. Intervention programs have to be put in place through federal programs and legislative efforts to fight the obesity epidemic in the country. According to an article written by (Ferguson et. al, 2009). The United States government formed the National School Breakfast and Lunch Programs (NSB and NSL, respectively) along with other federally regulated programs such as WIC and Head Start. These are the key programs the government uses to influence the nutrition habits and …show more content…
The researchers have combined evidence to calculate the effects of obesity, interventions and policies at various levels ranging from the individuals to population at large (Gortmaker, et. al, 2011). Every effort is made by the governmental policy to benefit all obese patients. According to CDC, about 35% of adults 65 years and older are affected by obesity within the period of 2007-2010, which is approximately 8 million of Medicare age bracket (Brill, 2013). The obesity act of 2015 was enacted. This part of bill grants the Medicare patients the access to a full array of medical treatment, including education, diet and exercise (Brill, 2013). It will also, provide the Medicare beneficiaries and health care providers with the meaningful tools to reduce obesity by improving access to weight loss counseling and grant the coverage for federal drug agency the approval for prescription drugs (Brill, 2013). The children also benefit from the policy change. Both the federal and state government legislatures continue to be active in considering policy options in making healthy choices and help provide children with healthier foods in schools. Also, more opportunities are provided for safe and enjoyable physical activity and recreational parks (NCSL,