September is Childhood Obesity Month
Sep 1, 2019
One in 5 children in the United States are obese. Childhood obesity puts kids at risk for health problems that were once seen only in adults, like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease.
The good news is that childhood obesity can be prevented. In honor of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, Adventist Health encourages your family to make healthy changes together.
- Get active outside: Walk around the neighborhood, go on a bike ride, or play basketball at the park.
- Limit screen time: Keep screen time (time spent on the computer, watching TV, or playing video games) to 2 hours or less a day.
- Make healthy meals: Buy and serve more vegetables, fruits, and whole-grain foods.
Taking small steps as a family can help your child stay at a healthy weight!
Helpful Resources
The American College of Sports Medicine| National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month Sponsor
How Much Physical Activity Do Children Need?| Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
8 Healthy Eating Goals| The President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
Tips for Getting Active with Your Family| National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
MyPlate Kids’ Place| United States Department of Agriculture
