Say No To Obesity !!!

.....Poor Diet ? Lack Of Exercise ????

Causes :

• poor eating habits
• overeating or binging
• lack of exercise
• family history of obesity
• medical illnesses (endocrine, neurological problems)
• medications (steroids, some psychiatric medications)
• stressful life events or changes (separations, divorce, moves, deaths, abuse)
• family and peer problems
• low self-esteem
• depression or other emotional problems

Risks & Complications :

Physical consequences ~

• Increased risk of heart disease
• High blood pressure
• Diabetes
• Breathing problems
• Trouble sleeping
 

Emotional problems ~

• Much lower  self-esteem
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Ways To Manage :

• start a weight-management program
• change eating habits (eat slowly, develop a routine)
• plan meals and make better food selections (eat less fatty foods, avoid junk and fast foods)
• control portions and consume less calories
• increase physical activity (especially walking) and have a more active lifestyle
• know what your child eats at school
• eat meals as a family instead of while watching television or at the computer
• do not use food as a reward
• limit snacking
• attend a support group

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