Pros And Cons Of Childhood Obesity

Childhood Obesity- Put an End to It According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, “Childhood obesity has more than doubled in children and quadrupled in adolescents in the past 30 years [and] more than one third of children and adolescents [are] overweight or obese” (“Childhood Obesity Facts”). Childhood obesity is an epidemic that is sweeping the nation, and not enough is being done about it. Childhood obesity is not just affected by one influence but it is a result of mixed influences including parents and schools. If both of these influences work together to educate, to guide, and provide healthier options to children, childhood obesity can be reduced substantially. Obesity is rising in America. Obesity has long term negative …show more content…
According to The Advantages of Eating Healthy Foods, “Those who follow a healthy, well-balanced diet reduce their risk of chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer” (The Advantages). If children incorporate healthy eating and exercise into their life at a young age they can reduce their chances of getting a chronic disease. It takes about 21 days to make a habit. Parents and schools can help children make a habit of eating healthy and exercising daily. This can help them reduce obesity. Middle school and high school is a big transition for children and it may cause insecurities in children who may be overweight. According to Marc Ambinder, “The obese are more likely to be depressed, to miss school or work, [and] to feel suicidal” (Ambinder). Being obese can cause a child to be bullied by other students which may lead to a child becoming depressed, missing school, and feel suicidal. They may need to go to therapy to deal with these issues or tutoring to help with school. Once someone has started eating healthy and working out regularly, they can feel the health benefits almost immediately and these benefits will help people in the long …show more content…
Schools and parents can help by implementing the “Let’s Move” campaign resources, by providing healthier options in vending machines around schools, and using a school garden to provide healthier options for schools to use. Using these resources can help children educate themselves and make decisions about healthy eating. Taking these steps will help children in the future by reducing the chances of becoming an obese adult. Once we have taken this step to get to a happier and healthier adults we will have a happier and healthier