Obesity is a major problem in the developed world and one that looks like it is getting worse. The problem not only affects the adult population, but overweight children are more obvious.
As a child, and being overweight is not a pleasant experience, although children in the school yard can be very cruel. Insults and teasing can often lead to the child developing psychological problems of physical health problems obesity can cause.
As parents, what can we do to help a child who needs to lose weight? Here are some tips that can help you.
* Make the necessary changes in lifestyle to achieve weight loss of children a family thing. Waiting for a child to " go it alone" and make different from other family members will be against -productive.
Change the way the whole family eats, to microwave ready meals, processed and packed lunches, a thing of the past food. Simple and quick healthy meals that are low in fat and sugar can be prepared at home. Try
introducing fresh fruits and vegetables, for some, this may not be so
easy, but it is possible to "hide" vegetables in certain dishes such as
mashed potatoes and put in some carrots served with spaghetti bolognaise. Use low-fat yogurt poured over fresh fruit for dessert. The possibilities are endless and cost much less likely that the food prepared.
* Remove temptation - stop buying crackers, cookies, chips, soda and candy bars with their weekly groceries. If these elements are not in the kitchen cabinet or refrigerator " is not hurt " philosophy will be deleted.
* Encourage the child and the whole family to stay active effect. Try to find activities that the child enjoys, such as swimming or cycling in and out of there family! If
you sit on the couch watching television or playing computer games
dinner until bedtime so I have - think is his greatest influence.
* No,
in no way put a child plan to lose weight fast - they are still growing
and developing and need a diet that contains the full range of foods. Require a healthy diet will provide enough vitamins and minerals for good health and development. Any
program of weight loss should be long-term and gradual progress and is
probably advisable to consult a doctor or nutritionist before starting.
* Give constant encouragement of children. Praise Him for all talents, regardless of their size. If one pound of weight lost in a week to try to focus on this movement forward. Encourage your child to repeat the measures taken to achieve the same and maybe a little more in the next week.
Hopefully these are 5 positive opinion to point you in the right direction to help an obese child. Most
importantly, make sure the child is supported by the entire family and
it is not different from other family members with the manner of normal
weight.
