What is obesity?

   obesity means when people are gaining overweight.

What are the reasons for obesity in children?

   It include unhealthy food choices, lack of physical activity and family eating habits. It include unhealthy        food choices, lack of physical activity and family eating habits.

Is obesity only a national problem?

    No. It is World wide problem. No. It is World wide problem.

What do statistics show?

It is almost doubled between 1885-1995 in 7-15 years old. Now it is tripled. It is predicted that in       2020, 65% young adults will be overweight. It is almost doubled between 1885-1995 in 7-15 years old. Now it is tripled. It is predicted that in 2020, 65% young adults will be overweight.

What is making the obesity problem worse?

     Food choices,Lack of physical activity,Overweight parents and Genetics

Does obesity have an impact on children's health?

 Yes
If yes, explain how?

     It increases the risk of a range of diseases It increases the risk of a range of diseases

What are the other impacts caused by obesity in children?

      Other impact on how children feel about themselves and how they interact with others.It also effect on the development of friendships and competency at school. Overweight children are more likely to be teased by their peers or to develop low self-esteem or body image problems.

What is the treatment?

      contact the Dietitians Association of Australia and tell your doctor.