1. James Williamson Parents with obese children

2. Facts about obese children  More at risk for CVD  At risk for Diabetes  Increased risk of bone and joint problems  Poor self-esteem Should I go outside today?

3. Facts Cont.  17% of children ages 2-19 have had obesity  Obesity is seen more in the Hispanic race  Seen more in low-income families

4. Causes  Lack of exercise  Poor eating habits  Little knowledge on how to eat  Low self confidence  Increase in technology

5.  Obesity could lead to being outcasted  Can lead to multiple psychological issues  Low perceived quality of life  Fatigue during school and activities

6. Lack of options at school help lead to obesity. % of obesity have been rapidly increasing Doesn’t just end at childhood

7. School Options  Lack fruits and vegetables  Lack whole grain  Provide unhealthy alternatives to fruits and vegetables  Use a lot of processed unhealthy snacks

8. Prevention  More exercise  Educate kids about proper diet  Increasing sleep  Limit electronics

9. More Exercise  At least 60 minutes of activity a day  Join a sport  Keep kids more active in P.E.  Make sports less competitive and more fun!

10.  Limit unhealthy food  Limit unhealthy snacking habits  Don’t eat too late  Healthier options at school

11. Unhealthy food options  Refined grains  Sweets  Sugary drinks  Processed foods

12. Healthy Options  Fruits and vegetables  Whole grains  Reduced fat dairy  Foods high in fiber

13. Fruits High in fiber Whole grain VegetablesVegetables

14.  7 to 9 hours per night  Helps make better eating decisions  More focus  More impulse control! Z.. Z.. Z

15. Limit Electronics  Less time on t.v. and video games  Leaves more time for physical activity  Less likely to eat while on electronics  Less addictive personality

16. Electronics Electronics decrease the amount of physical activity done Cause kids to have poor sleep patterns

17.  Organization that focuses on improving health of Americans  Contains over 42 topics areas  One topic: Nutrition and Weight status in America

18. Nutrition and Weight Status  Reduce foods with low nutritional value  Educate kids on poor food marketing  Food assistance programs for low income families

19. Video  Childhood Obesity Prevention by Bitesizemovie.com  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHN VoHyl_zs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHN VoHyl_zs

20.  Eating a healthier diet can decrease risk for obesity  Increasing activity can help lead to weight loss  Food education can go a long way to help decrease a child’s risk

21. Works Cited  http://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/obesit y/facts.htm http://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/obesit y/facts.htm  http://www.webmd.com/children/guide/ obesity-children