This reading list is a resource for those who would like to expand their knowledge of childhood obesity, its causes, and ways to prevent or cure it.
“Encouraging Your Child to Be Physically Active” is an article on the Healthy Children website for parents or prospective parents who would like to keep their current or future children engaged in physical activity. The article explains the importance of keeping children active, then provides 11 concise steps that parents can take to encourage their children to live a healthy, active lifestyle. It is short and lacks detail, but the article’s tips are a helpful resource for busy parents who may not have time to read lengthy publications, but want quick, easy-to-remember tips on keeping their children active.
“Encouraging Your Child to Be Physically Active” is an article on the Healthy Children website for parents or prospective parents who would like to keep their current or future children engaged in physical activity. The article explains the importance of keeping children active, then provides 11 concise steps that parents can take to encourage their children to live a healthy, active lifestyle. It is short and lacks detail, but the article’s tips are a helpful resource for busy parents who may not have time to read lengthy publications, but want quick, easy-to-remember tips on keeping their children active.
“Fat Camps: Why Wellspring is a Better Choice for Your Child” is an article on Wellspring Camp’s website. Wellspring Camp is a summer camp for overweight or obese children, and this article explains to parents the reasons, point by point, that Wellspring is a better alternative than traditionally-named ‘fat camps.’ Wellspring distinguishes itself on several criteria, including long-term weight loss, family involvement, and fun activities. The article also includes photos of campers and a testimonial from a satisfied parent.
USA Today’s article “Michelle Obama Reveals Goals of Childhood Obesity Task Force” provides information to anyone interested in the government’s new plan aimed at solving America’s childhood obesity problem. The article provides statistics about childhood obesity and the work that went into the plan, as well as a bulleted list outlining its key points. It also includes quotes from Michelle Obama and an expert in the nutrition field, and an interactive graphic representing the detrimental effects of childhood obesity.
“Treatment of Childhood Obesity: The Diet Component” is a short but informative article for parents on the Diet Channel’s website; it provides a brief introduction about obesity and the many aspects of treating it, then goes on to list seven tips for changes in food preparation that will improve nutrition quality. The article also includes a list of possible changes in food selection, tips for involving children in the process, and suggestions for seeking help if needed. The guidelines and tips are detailed and easy to implement in the home; instead of simply instructing parents to eliminate certain foods, the article suggests substitutions that will cut down on calories and fat while maintaining flavor.
Healthy Children. (2010). Encouraging Your Child to Be Physically Active. Retrieved February 2, 2011.
Hellmich, N. USA Today. (2010). Michelle Obama Reveals Goals of Childhood Obesity Task Force. Retrieved February 2, 2011.
Lesperance, E. The Diet Channel. (2007). Treatment of Childhood Obesity: The Diet Component. Retrieved February 2, 2011.
Wellspring Camps. Fat Camps: Why Wellspring is a Better Choice for Your Child. Retrieved February 2, 2011.
Wellspring Camps. Fat Camps: Why Wellspring is a Better Choice for Your Child. Retrieved February 2, 2011.
