Obesity is a social problem that affects the elderly and children ... But in children it is the parents' responsibility that obesity or being overweight is not a problem or at least does not affect their health and generates serious problems in the future. Sedentary life and poor diet are the main problems in young children. In this sense, parents must become aware of this to prevent these bad habits from becoming a regular in the lives of the little ones.
To move the skeleton!
In addition to diet, exercise is also important to help improve your child's weight and health. Children, for good health, you should get at least 60 minutes of physical activity a day ... There are several simple ways that your child can meet his daily activity needs, such as joining a sports team, riding a bike, jumping rope play ball, throw a ball or a Frisbee, spend time on the playground, or help you do housework.
You can also do fun activities at home such as having a dance championship or simply devising physical games to play in the garden at home.
Television, the less the better
One of the biggest contributors to childhood obesity is watching too much television. A 2015 review study published in the European Journal of Public Health reports that every hour of watching television increases a child's risk of obesity by 13%. Watching TV also tends to increase a child's intake of unhealthy treats, such as sugary cereals, sodas, and salty snacks.
It is advisable to limit screen time, which also includes video games, tablets and phones, to no more than two hours a day. Help your child fill their time by reading a book together or doing an art project. What's more, When your child is watching TV, plan to exercise during commercials with jumping jacks, running a circle between rooms, or jumping rope.
Be a team
Parent and family support is one of the most important factors in promoting a healthy weight for your child. You need to start out by being a good role model. Fill your plate with the food you want your child to eat. Find time to be more active, like walking or biking, and ask your child to go with you.
Also, if you want the whole family to participate so that your child does not feel isolated, it is an excellent way to promote exercise. You have to make sure that everyone is eating the same healthy food. This also helps eliminate any temptation if you are buying special treats for a family member. You can also be more active in conjunction with group activities, such as a basketball game or a family dance. In this way, Everyone benefits, and your child learns that eating healthy and being active is fun.