Childhood obesity is a critical topic because obesity has become an epidemic. As we know prevention is the first step to stopping the spread of a disease. If we help make people aware of childhood obesity, individuals will feel compelled to make a change. No child should have to suffer from obesity. Your parents and your caregivers should make it a priority to help your wellness. Children are impressionable, they radiate what they know. The thing we need to remember is childhood obesity can be prevented. As adults we need to take on the task of keeping our children healthy. There are simple ways to get out there and get active. According to a study done by McHugh, obesity is about more than being "fat." Obesity in itself is classified as an excessive amount of fat. This occurs because there is more calorie intake than calories expended. Obesity must be targeted outside of just a home, at school and in other places. Schools need to offer healthy lunches and opportunities for children to be outside. The reality is children spend more time away from home when they are growing up and going to school. It is the job of health professionals to provide health education that is relevant to todays youth. 




McHugh, B. (2016). The childhood obesity epidemic.Journal of the Australian Traditional-Medicine Society, 22(2), 94-98.