CHILDHOOD OBESITY

Childhood Obesity

Childhood Obesity

Introduction

Obesity in children is a growing global problem. The problem has become so alarming that several international organizations studying the issue very seriously, including the World Health Organization. According to this, measures must be taken directly to combat this epidemic problem and its impact. In Canada, the number of overweight children is growing. Between 1981 and 1996, the percentage of chubby boys increased by 92% and girls increased by 57%. In Quebec, it estimates that between 10% and 15% of children are obese. In addition to these physical problems, overweight children are often rejected from other children and ...