Childhood obesity: Tips to help children maintain healthy weight
Published on Jul 04, 2022 08:30 PM IST
- Children who are obese are at higher risk of developing various health problems than their peers who maintain a healthy weight. Dr Asmita Mahajan, Consultant Neonatologist & Pediatrician, SL Raheja Hospital, Mahim on how children can shed weight.
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"Weight loss through surgery or pills is not the best approach for young children and teenagers since their body is not fully developed. Obese children should not be put on a diet unless a doctor recommends it, as a restrictive diet may not be enough to supply the energy and nutrients needed for growth and development," says Dr Asmita Mahajan.(Shutterstock)
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Focus on good health and not on reaching a particular weight: It is essential to teach and model a healthy attitude towards food and physical activity without emphasizing body weight. When too much focus is given to weight, it can lead to a negative outlook towards food and diet, which can then result in food-related disorders that can harm a person’s mental and physical well-being
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It is essential to focus on the family and not isolate overweight children as it can lead to depression and loneliness. That is why the whole family must work together to improve their physical activity and eating habits(Shutterstock)
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Parents should give healthy snacks to the children at specific times. Combining two food groups, like some fruit wedges and whole-grain crackers, is an excellent idea. Please don’t give them packaged items like fruit juices and candies as they have significantly less nutritional value
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