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What percentage of U.S. children ages 6–11 are considered overweight or obese?
what is 20.7%
Being overweight as a child can increase the risk of developing which disease?
Type 2 Diabetes
True or False- Overweight children tend to have fewer friends then normal weight children.
True, which can cause them to be less active and participating in more sit down activities.
What ratio of parents who were referred to a obesity clinic didn't see their child as being obese?
1 in 3 parents did not perceive their child's weight as a health problem
Name a dietary change recommended for obese children?
Reducing sugary drinks, eating more fruits and vegetables, less fast food, more fresh ingredients
True or False- Obesity was higher in Hispanic Children.
True at 26.2%
What was the estimated annual medical cost of obesity among U.S. children?
$1.3 Billion
Name one mental health condition linked to being overweight in childhood.
depression, anxiety and eating disorders
What percentage of parents considered their obese childs health to be excellent or very good?
31%
True or false- limiting screen time can help against childhood obesity?
True
Who has a higher obesity rate boys or girls?
Girls, especially non-Hispanic black girls at 30.8%
Childhood Obesity has been linked to what health conditions?
fatty liver disease, sleep apnea, Type 2 diabetes, asthma, hepatic steatosis (fatty liver disease), cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, cholelithiasis (gallstones), glucose intolerance and insulin resistance, skin conditions, menstrual abnormalities, impaired balance, and orthopedic problems
What is a common thing obese children are bullied on?
Their Weight
True or false- Parents are more willing to help their child fix their diet then to help add more physical activity.
True, from parents surveyed only 41% were actively trying to help their children be more active as a way to cut back on childhood obesity.
What is something a mother can do from conception to help with childhood obesity?
Ensure appropriate weight gain during pregnancy.
Name one factor contributing to rising childhood obesity rates.
Increased screen time, sugary drink consumption, high-calorie processed foods, lack of physical activity
Overweight children have a higher likelihood of joint and bone problems, especially in which body area?
Hips and Knees
Discrimination against obese children has been found in children as young as what?
2 years old
What family factors contribute to obesity in children?
Having an overweight mother and living in a single parent household
What does a balanced meal look like?
Fruits and vegetables should take up half the plate, grains should take a quarter, and protein of lean meat should take up the final quarter of the plate.
Which global organization declared childhood obesity a global epidemic?
World Health Organization (WHO)
What breathing problems are common in obese children?
Sleep Apnea and Asthma
Negative social problems contribute to what?
low self esteem, low self confidence, and a negative body image
What percent of parents reported they were taking steps to improve their child's diet?
62%
What may raise the risk of obesity?
Too little sleep