A recent White House report stated that obesity is estimated to cause 112,000 deaths per year and that one-third of children 10-years-old are expected to develop diabetes at some point in their lives. The report also stated that the current generation of children, because of childhood obesity and related issues, may not outlive their parents.
“The White House report offers recommendations related to early childhood, parenting, food in schools, access to healthy and affordable food and physical activity. Taken individually, none of these is a silver bullet. Also, communities and families looking for solutions must realize that their goals need to be long term and their efforts must be sustainable.” [Source: Des Moines Register]
Unfortunately, the issues of childhood obesity and health didn’t develop overnight. They won’t be fixed overnight either. But comprehensive, long-term plans that include physical exercise and a balanced diet can very quickly start kids on the path towards a long and healthy life.
Labels: government, prevention, awareness
Posted By: Aspen Education Group
