have been seen to advertise less healthy foods that include sodas and junk foods. 60 minute of physical activity is recommended to the children each day but in 2007, it was reported that only 18% of the children attended physical activity (Ludwig, Peterson, and Gortmaker, 2001, p
It has been reported by the American Association of Pediatrics that an average American child watches 40,000 fast foods advertisements in one year. The second important class of technology which has a strong correlation with the advertisement include great advancements in computer gaming and TV programs (Richard, and Williams, 2001, p
S. And the rates of TV viewing and video game playing (Robinson, 1999, p
Obesity Preventing Childhood Obesity Nina Davuluri of Syracuse, New York met with several dozen students at the Bell Elementary School in Tulsa, Oklahoma on June 6 to discuss her experiences with childhood obesity (Eger, 2014)
Secondary prevention identifies individuals in the early stages of the disease process before symptoms manifest (Turnock, 2012, p. 54) For children, this might involve tracking body mass index (BMI) over time and identifying those who may be overweight (Hoelscher, Kirk, Ritchie, Cunningham-Sabo, & Academy Positions Committee, 2013)
To better understand what roles a public health nurse can assume when combating the obesity epidemic in children, this essay will examine this health issue through the lens of prevention. Roles of Public Health Nurses in Obesity Prevention Disease prevention strategies can be stratified into primary, secondary, and tertiary (Turnock, 2012, p
Hispanic communities will be collectively healthier as children's health is monitored more closely and health education is taught to the adult population. The outcome is the allowance of all groups in this country to have access to quality healthcare which, in turn, will promote improved health in all communities (Olson et al
A child can be classified as obese if his or her weight is above the stipulated average for the age and height bracket. Weight gain occurs when energy in the form of drink and food is more than the energy burnt off (Koplan et al
Children are less likely to be obese or overweight if they are fed on milk and dairy products, whole grains, nutrient-dense fruits and food low in fat. Childcare providers and parents should ensure that they feed their children with age-appropriate portions and healthy foods (Langwith, 2013)
The Centers for Disease Control and Development advises a clear and straightforward nutrition policy that can be adopted by any elementary school. This includes interviews with food service personnel, catering companies, public awareness campaigns, interviews with parents, working with local restaurants and stores in the community, and more ("Guidelines for School Health Programs to Promote Lifelong Healthy Eating," 1996)
Nursing Obesity prevalence is alarmingly high in the United States, especially among young people. About 20% of American youth are obese (Ogden, Carroll, Kit, & Flegal, 2014)
About 20% of American youth are obese (Ogden, Carroll, Kit, & Flegal, 2014). Being overweight or obese in childhood has been shown in empirical studies to lead to premature death and physical morbidity in adulthood (Reilly & Kelly, 2011)
About 20% of American youth are obese (Ogden, Carroll, Kit, & Flegal, 2014). Being overweight or obese in childhood has been shown in empirical studies to lead to premature death and physical morbidity in adulthood (Reilly & Kelly, 2011)
Childhood Obesity The prevalence of childhood obesity has grown into a significant health issue over the past three decades. Research indicates that 70% of obese youths become obese adults (Gierzynski et al
Assessment and Reflection Over the past several weeks, my understanding of the national health-promotion and disease-prevention issue has become far more acute. The extent of the childhood obesity problem in this country became increasingly apparent as study after study confirmed the existence of the problem and cautioned that unless actions are taken now, members of this generation may be the first in 200 years to die before their parents due to weight-related health issues (Hannan, 2014)
There are some important ethical implications involved in childhood obesity programs, though, that must be taken into account in the program design and administration. Of particular importance is the fact that young people that participate in such programming may experience stigma from their peers (Hersen & Van Hasselt, 1998)
¶ … obesity is a growing problem that negatively strikes the health of many children in Canada. From a statistical analysis of childhood obesity in Canada in 1996, reports show that 23% to 36% of Canadian children with age ranging from 7 to 13 are considered overweight and obese (Willms, 2004)
However, the effectiveness of the moderate protein intake with exercise requires high-intensity exercise training in order to result in improved body composition and insulin sensitivity. As compared to moderate protein intake with no exercise, a modest protein intake with exercise contributes to major decreases in hip and waist circumference that result in reduced abdominal obesity and lesser risk of insulin resistance and other metabolic syndrome (Meckling and Sherfey, 2007, p
However, the reductions take place without particular advice or instruction to lessen energy intake or promote weight loss. Even though reductions in body weight through this treatment approach are small, they contribute to metabolic changes that are likely to translate into clinical benefits (Morenga, Williams, Brown & Mann, 2010, p
However, children often lack the cognitive understanding about what they are putting into their bodies and how it can impact them today and throughout their lives. According to the research, "Fast food has become a prominent feature of the diet of children in the United States and, increasingly, throughout the world," (Bowman et al