Study Of Fatty-One Children

The “Toy Paper” is a research paper requirement for Child Development which we complete an in-depth analysis of the usefulness of a specific toy of our choice. The toy itself will be evaluated by three various stages in relation to cognitive, developmental, social and cultural perspective. The toy I have chosen for my topic to write about is the “Laugh & Learn Smart Stages Puppy” which is a toy designed by Fisher Price for children ranging in age 6 to 36 months it contains 50+ sing along songs, tunes and phrases. It has 7 activations modes which respond to a child’s touch including a light up red heart. It assists in developing a child’s sensory and fine motor skills. The stages of development vary with each child this toy allows a parent to program it according to the

Childhood Obesity: A Review to Prevent the Risk Factors of Childhood Obesity in Our Community.

Statement of Health Problem: Childhood obesity has been a significant problem across our nation for decades, and can be clearly associated with insufficient nutrition, health, and wellness. Obesity is defined as a body mass index (BMI) at or above the 95th percentile for adolescents within the same age group ("Defining Childhood Obesity"). The most recent data show that the national childhood obesity rate for those between 2-19 years old is 18.5% ("The State of Childhood Obesity"). This equates to nearly 1 in 5 school age children being classified as obese ("Childhood Obesity Facts").

Childhood obesity is a growing problem in America and it is important to develop a plan to combat the issue. My plan is to stop childhood obesity in its roots by encouraging schools to promote healthy eating and exercise. I would institute programs in schools (via contacting government officials, making presentations to schools, etc.) to educate kids about the proper nutrients they need to maintain a healthy diet. Many high schools require a health class, but I think we should also require students in fifth or sixth grade to take a health class that introduces them to basic health information. By creating classes that inform students of the benefits of eating healthy early on, such eating habits will improve. Schools should also have stricter requirements on school lunches. There should be government regulations

“Childhood Obesity in Florida.” States of Obesity. Trust for America's Health and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, 2014. Web. 14 Oct. 2014.

an epidemic that has lasting psychological effects because of advertisement of fast food, lack of physical activities, and parental control has made food become a major health issue in many adolescents lives today. The number of overweight and obese children in America has increased at an alarming rate over the past years. In the past 30 years, the occurrence of obesity in children has tripled and it is now estimated that one in five children in the US is overweight (17%). There is no chance of it slowing down unless action is taken. There are many factors that can contribute to obesity in children.

Obesity is the condition of being grossly fat or overweight. It also can be an abnormal accumulation of body fat. Being obese as a child seems to increase the chance of being obese in adulthood. Childhood obesity beginning as early as 2 years of age can affect health in adulthood, as these children are at increased risk of becoming obese adults. Also, the children would be more likely to develop chronic disease. Some adulthood statistics are about 68.8 adults are considered obese. About 8 percent of women are considered to be obese. These statistics are the years 2009-2010. I received this information from https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health.../health-statistics/.../overweight-obesity-statistics.aspx. The statistics below show the percent of children that are considered to obese between the age 2-19.

This disorder has grown tremendously, multiply in children and even quadrupled in teenagers over the past few decades. Obesity is a condition were a person is significate over-weight for his or her height and weight, too much body fat can lead to long term healthy problem such as physical, mentally and emotionally if treatment is not applied. Obesity is mostly effecting children ages 2- 19 years of age, about 1/3 of children under the age of 11 years old are obese. In the years of 2016 about 41 million preschool children were considered obeses. Childhood obesity is obtained through food addiction, which one consumes a large portion at one time. Obesity can occur for varies of reason such as lack of physical activities, Genetics, certain medications

There is a problem within the U.S. that affects many of our youth. One in four children within the borders of our country will become obese at a young age. Of that fraction, 70% of those children will become obese adults. The topic of childhood obesity seems to be an issue that many individuals disregard. My research shows that there are many underlining factors that contribute to obesity at a young age. These include lack of physcial education and also lack of parental control in terms of eating habits of the wrong foods. It is very important for parents to educate themselves on the products that they allow their children to consume.

Obesity and overweight definitions have changed with time but is currently defined as an excess of body fat. There are several causes of childhood obesity which include metabolic disorders, cardiovascular disorders, orthopedic disorders, neurological disorders, hepatic disorders, pulmonary disorders, environmental factors, lifestyle preferences, cultural environment, and renal disorders. It affects physical health, social wellbeing, emotional wellbeing and self esteem. Most people believe that childhood obesity is caused by an increased intake of calories and fat. There is evidence that supports excessive sugar, increased portion size and a steady decline in physical activity all play a major role in the rising rates of obesity. Children who

Today obesity is shortening the lives of approximately 36 percent of Americans. Obesity is commonly measured by body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference. Recent studies have found that one third of Americans are on the verge of type two diabetes. The common belief is that obesity is most often caused in later teen and adult years of life, when in actuality it often occurs in infancy. Many of the milk and formulas toddlers are given are very high in calories and they end up consuming many more calories than what is necessary. Research shows that if a child is overweight before the age of five they have a high risk of going through adulthood obese.

Child obesity affects 30% of the children in the United States, nearly three times what it was fifty-two years ago. Obese children are more likely to have health problems that were once strictly adult concerns. These include type 2 diabetes, asthma, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD; can cause liver damage and scarring), cancer, hypertension, and high cholesterol, as well as other health concerns. Kids who are obese are more likely to be obese as adults. Childhood obesity is also linked to both higher and earlier death rates in adults.

The rate of child obesity from 2003-2004 for ages 2-19 was at a rate of 17%. As of 2015 age group 5-12 has dropped 20-28%. There are many reasons why children are becoming obese and overweight. Common reasons are due to genetic factors, the lack of physical activity, and unhealthy eating patterns. Every child that may be obese has a different situation and cause for their obesity. The main point to look at is the actions of the parent and the kid themselves. (wjon.com February 2016)

According to WebMD, one third of children in the United States are overweight or obese. The number of obese children continues to rise. Over the past 30 years, the rate of childhood obesity has doubled. Due to being obese there are many health factors that obesity will affect such as, high cholesterol, high blood sugar, early heart disease, diabetes. Many co-morbid conditions like metabolic, cardiovascular, orthopedic, neurological, hepatic, pulmonary, and renal disorders are also seen in association with childhood obesity. There are ways to prevent obesity among children.

Researchers stated that 34% of parents with children under 12-years-old, and 60% of parents with teenagers, stated that they spend more in the supermarket when they go shopping with their kids then when they go by themselves (Harris, Schwartz, & Brownell, 2009). When parents shop with their children, they have to debate more with them on the idea of what is healthy and unhealthy for them, and what makes their child happy. Furthermore, approximately 35,000 of all television food advertisements watched by children are high in sugar, fat, or sodium (Speers, Harris, & Schwartz, 2011). Television is where children get the idea of what food tastes better and what brand of food they would prefer to eat.