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Many overweight mothers, children underestimate their actual weight
If parents falsely think that their children are normal weight, when in fact they are overweight or obese, then they are unlikely to do anything to correct the situation. Now there are some data that show parents how bad the … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Nutritional Health, Obesity, Parenting
Tagged childhood obesity, childhood overweight, pediatric obesity, pediatric overweight, preventing obesity, SuperSized Kids
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Younger children with regular sleep schedules less likely to be obese, research suggests
If you hate enforcing bedtime with your kids, here’s another good reason why you should. A new study published in the journal Pediatrics suggests that younger children who get more regular sleep are less likely to be obese.
Posted in Children's Health, Nutritional Health, Parenting
Tagged childhood obesity, childhood overweight, lack of sleep, Obesity, overweight, pediatric obesity, pediatric overweight, preventing obesity, sleep and children, sleep and health, SuperSized Kids
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First Lady, Wal-Mart to fight childhood obesity
Here’s a shout out to Mrs. Obama. News reports say that the First Lady and Wal-Mart have forged an agreement geared at preventing childhood obesity. Media sources generally characterized the move as a victory for Mrs. Obama’s signature campaign and … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Nutritional Health, Parenting
Tagged child nutrition, childhood obesity, childhood overweight, nutrition, Nutritional Health, Obesity, pediatric obesity, pediatric overweight, preventing obesity, SuperSized Kids
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Kids Not So Stuck on Sugary Breakfast Cereals, Study Finds
It turns out that when kids are given a choice of cereals, and there is fruit on hand, most will be happy with low-sugar fare. In other words, getting your kids to happily eat nutritious, low-sugar breakfast cereals may be … Continue reading
Posted in Nutritional Health, Obesity, Parenting
Tagged cereal, cereals, child nutrition, sugar, SuperSized Kids
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Stricter Rules Can Steer Kids Away From TV
I’ve blogged on the facts that (1) “Too Many Tots Watching Too Much TV” and (2) most parents don’t when children under two years of age are exposed to watching television that his has potential harms. There is NO scientific evidence … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Mental Health, Nutritional Health, Parenting
Tagged bedroom television, childhood obesity, Obesity, pediatric obesity, SuperSized Kids, television, TV, TV and children, TV and health, TV and teens
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BOOK SALE: SuperSized Kids: How to protect your child from the obesity threat
I’m having a sale that’s designed to help your child and your family become more highly healthy. My book, SuperSized Kids: How to protect your child from the obesity threat, has been drastically marked down at my online bookstore. You can … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Nutritional Health, Obesity, Parenting
Tagged childhood obesity, Obesity, pediatric obesity, SuperFit Family Challenge, SuperSized Kids
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New plan seeks to put PE back in school – Hallelujah!
U.S. schools and childcare programs could be required to include daily exercise as part of the new National Physical Activity Plan released recently. This is, in my opinion, critical to the health of our school children – physically, emotionally, and … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Nutritional Health, Obesity, Parenting
Tagged childhood obesity, pediatric obesity, physical activity, physical education, SuperSized Kids
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TV Interview: Super Sized Kids and Childhood Obesity
Earlier this week I was in the Kearney, Nebraska area to speak twice on the topic of “Childhood Obesity: Practical Tips for Busy Families.” The Two Rivers Public Health Department was my sponsor and packed a lot of fruitful activity … Continue reading
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Tagged childhood obesity, Obesity, pediatric obesity, SuperSized Kids
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Obesity Outweighs Smoking as Life Expectancy Threat
When I wrote my book, SuperSized Kids: How to protect your child from the obesity threat, I predicted that if the obesity epidemic was not stemmed, that this generation of U.S. children would be the first in history to have … Continue reading
Posted in General Health, Medical Economics, Nutritional Health, Obesity
Tagged childhood obesity, Obesity, pediatric obesity, smoking, SuperSized Kids
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Obesity rate in preschoolers may have finally leveled off!
Finally a good news story about the childhood obesity epidemic. An analysis published in the July 24 issue of the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report indicated that “the prevalence of obesity” in “low-income preschool-aged children ages two to four years … Continue reading
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Tagged childhood obesity, Obesity, pediatric obesity, SuperSized Kids
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Study shows one-fifth of four-year-olds are obese. What can you do to protect your kids?
A striking new study says almost one in five American four-year-olds is obese, and the rate is alarmingly higher among American Indian children. What did the study find and what can you do to protect your children? More Information:
Posted in Children's Health, General Health, Nutritional Health, Obesity, Parenting
Tagged childhood obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, hypertension, life expectancy, Obesity, pediatric obesity, SuperSized Kids, type 2 diabetes
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Study backs up Dr. Walt’s recommendations: No harm seen in telling parent child is overweight
Reuters Health is reporting that most parents find it acceptable to be told about their child’s weight status, and the feedback has “minimal” adverse effects for most families, according to researchers from the UK. My Take?
Posted in Children's Health, Health Headlines, Parenting
Tagged childhood obesity, childhood overweight, Florida Hospital, pediatric obesity, SuperSized Kids
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Study Backs Up Dr. Walt’s Recommendations for Overweight Kids
Reuters Health is reporting a new study suggesting that children who regularly exercise and limit their time in front of the TV and computer are much less likely to be overweight or obese. My Take?
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Tagged childhood exercise, childhood obesity, childhood overweight, SuperSized Kids, TV, TV and children, TV and health, TV and teens
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Dr. Walt’s Take on the Health Headlines – May 28, 2008
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Posted in Alternative Medicine, Cancer, Children's Health, General Health, Health Headlines, Heart Health, Men's Health, Mental Health, Nutritional Health, Obesity, Parenting, Woman's Health
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