Childhood obesity has increased threefold in the last 30 years, according to the Center for disease control and prevention. Children and a...
Intentional Weight Loss
Weight loss weren't intentional can be caused by several different conditions or problems. Malnutrition, disease, chronic diarrhea, depression, eating disorders or certain medications can have an effect on the weight of the child. According to MedlinePlus, accidentally lost 5 percent of the total weight of your body during the course of six to 12 months may be considered a significant weight loss and you should consult your primary care provider.
Weight Loss in Children
With a hectic lifestyle and the ease and availability of fast and processed foods, it is no wonder that obesity, including child obesity, has increased. Before placing your entire family's diet, consider a few facts. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends children between the ages of 2 and 10 are generally not to be deliberately trying to lose weight because it can affect a child's normal growth and development. Tricks for kids ages is to maintain their current weight because their bodies grow into the weight of it. The Academy suggests talking with your doctor for advice.
Teen Weight Loss
The years preteens and teens are tough on many children. Sometimes they try to change their weight due to sports or social pressure. Low self-esteem and unrealistic self image can cause a child to choose extreme diets or weight loss regimen. If your child accidentally losing more than 2 pounds per week, you will want to contact your health care provider.
Healthy Weight Loss
When people older than 10 years are trying to lose weight, they have to shoot to lose 1 to 2 pounds per week. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that if a person loses weight faster than that, they are likely to lose muscle tissue or water, not fat. It is best to combine a healthy diet and some exercise.
The CDC suggests that to lose weight in a healthy, someone just has to reduce some 500 or more calories per day to lose weight steadily. Exercise will also help to burn 3500 calories to burn a pound for every one wants to lose. If your child is older than 10 and overweight, talk with her about healthy ways to go about losing weight. You can team up with him and do it together. Sport, cycling, hiking, swimming and jogging will be enjoyable for you both. You can also plan and prepare healthy meals and snacks for the whole family.
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