Causes of Obesity in Children
Hi Everyone,
Many people know the causes of obesity in children includes overeating and lack of exercise but may not know the dangers of television and computer time on their overweight child.
In a study of over 500 obese children ages 4 to 17, sponsored by the National Institutes of Health, more and more children are spending excess time in front of the television. There was also a finding of high blood pressure among these overweight children.
The study suggests limiting television time to less than 2 hours a day. A healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables and low in fat can help also.
Take care,
Georgene
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