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Suggest Consequences With Extreme Weight Gain In Children
Hello, I am sitting here with my 9 year old son and he presently lives with his dad and noticed that he is gaining weight. He now weighs 116 pounds and I am trying to explain what consequences this may have on his health. May you share your opinion please.
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Mon, 18 Aug 2014
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hi..
obesity causes following health problems in children
1. hypertension
2. hypercholestremia leading to heart diseses
3. type 2 diabetes mellitus
4. early osteoarthritis
5. obstructive sleep apnea
6. depression or low self-esteem
give less calorie food, increase physical activity like running, cycling, swimming and less indoor games and less tv.
if you are happy with my suggestion kindly rate me.
regards-Dr.surendra.h.s
obesity causes following health problems in children
1. hypertension
2. hypercholestremia leading to heart diseses
3. type 2 diabetes mellitus
4. early osteoarthritis
5. obstructive sleep apnea
6. depression or low self-esteem
give less calorie food, increase physical activity like running, cycling, swimming and less indoor games and less tv.
if you are happy with my suggestion kindly rate me.
regards-Dr.surendra.h.s
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