Ensuring healthy intake of diet in kids to combat Childhood Obesity | Ezyschooling
With the influx of technology, there's an ingrown tendency in kids to neglect their health from an early age, which makes it tougher for them to get rid of habits during later years. In order to highlight the importance of healthy diet in kids during an early age, join us to discuss the insights on "Ensuring healthy intake of diet in kids to combat childhood obesity" with Ms Anu Pandita. Anu Pandita is a Dietitian with M. Sc. (DFSM), CFN. She is also the lifetime member of Indian Dietetics Association and Indian Science Congress Association. [Contact for online consultation for diet plan, obesity problems in kids, food allergies, pregnancy, lactation, etc. through 9560423575]
Timestamps:
(03-10:09-12) What steps can parents take to ensure the good health of their kids in this pandemic?
(09:15-19:05) What are the essential things that kids should eat in a day for good growth and what are their benefits?
(19:25-24:50) What are the exercises or habits that a kid should definitely take part in to ensure good health?
(24:55-30:10) Due to the shift in online education kids spend a considerable amount of time online. What sort of diet do you suggest to combat the same?
(30:18-34-20) How can parents and kids take care during COVID-19?
(34:24-37:00) What are the habits that can cause childhood obesity?
(37-10-43:15) Can you suggest some measures and eating habits to curb the same?
Childhood Obesity
You’ve likely heard that childhood obesity is on the rise. According to the Centers for Disease Control and PreventionTrusted Source (CDC), over the past 30 years, the number of kids who are obese has almost doubled. Have you ever worried that this trend might affect your kids?
Take action to reduce your child’s risk with these 10 simple steps. You can help your children become more active, eat a healthier diet, and potentially even improve their self-esteem by practicing these strategies to prevent childhood obesity.
Don’t focus on weight loss
Since children’s bodies are still developing, the New York State Department of Health (NYSDH) does not recommend traditional weight loss strategies for young people. A calorie-restricted diet may prevent children from getting the vitamins, minerals, and energy they need for proper growth. Focus instead on helping your child developing healthy eating behaviors. Always talk to your pediatrician or family healthcare provider before putting your child on a diet.
Provide nutritious foods
Healthy, balanced, low-fat meals offer the nutrition that your kids need and help them develop smart eating habits. Teach them about the importance of eating balanced meals with a variety of nutrient-rich items like whole grains, fruits and vegetables, dairy, legumes, and lean meats.
Watch portion size
Overeating can contribute to obesity, so make sure that your children eat proper portions. For example, NYSDH advises that two to three ounces of cooked poultry, lean meat, or fish is one portion. So is one slice of bread, one-half a cup of cooked rice or pasta, and two ounces of cheese.
Get them up
The CDCTrusted Source suggests limiting kids’ time on the couch to no more than two hours daily. Kids already need to have time for homework and quiet reading, so you should limit their time with other sedentary activities like video games, TV, and surfing the Internet.
