On September 1, 2010 President Obama declared September "National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month".
President Obama stated, "One of the greatest responsibilities we have as a Nation is to safeguard the health and well-being of our children. We now face a national childhood obesity crisis, with nearly one in every three of America's children being overweight or obese. There are concrete steps we can take right away as concerned parents, caregivers, educators, loved ones, and a Nation to ensure that our children are able to live full and active lives. During National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, I urge all Americans to take action to meet our national goal of solving the problem of childhood obesity within a generation."
Obesity has a profound effect on a child's life. Health problems related to childhood obesity include the following:
Diabetes, type 2
High blood pressure
High cholesterol
Heart failure
Bone and joint problems in the lower body
Growth abnormalities
Emotional and social problems
Poor self-esteem
Victims of Bullying
Breathing problems
Rashes or fungal infections of the skin
Children who are overweight or obese are more likely to become an obese adult with health problems in adulthood, such as:
Heart disease
Stroke
Certain types of cancer
Osteoarthritis
Gout
Gallbladder disease
*Children who skip breakfast feel tired or lack energy.
*Children who skip breakfast may have problems concentrating.
*Children who skip breakfast may have lower grades in school.
*Children who skip breakfast may have learning and behavioral problems.
*Children who skip breakfast may develop nutritional deficiencies.
Children who eat breakfast are
Alert, Energized and Ready for a Brand New Day.
Alert, Energized and Ready for a Brand New Day.