Childhood Obesity: Three Steps to being healthier together

The information provided in this handout does not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Minnesota Medical School physicians and faculty. These materials are provided for informational purposes only and are in no way intended to take the place of the advice and recommendations of your personal health care provider. You use the information provided in these handouts at your own risk.Childhood obesity is a growing problem which many families struggle with. This handout addresses three steps which families can take to improve their family’s health and decrease their child’s body fat. It is a combination of increased physical activity, decreased TV and computer time, and better food choices along with close monitoring and support by physicians and other professionals which has been most successful in improving an obese child’s health. It is important for obese children to be closely monitored by their physician. A team approach should be used including obtaining help from physicians, dieticians, exercise physiologists, and social workers