What is obesity?
Obesity is when your body stores unused energy as body fat.

What are the reasons for obesity in children?

There are many causes of childhood obesity nowadays, but the main factors of this epidemic would be the food choices that people make, the insufficient exercise and also hereditary factors.

Is obesity only a national problem? · What do statistics show?

Childhood obesity is increasing all around the world. Statistics show that in Australia, one in five children and adolescents are either overweight or obese [and] it was predicted that 65 per cent of young Australians will be overweight or obese by 2020. (Better Health Channel 2010).

What is making worse the obesity problem?

Changing society has contributed to obesity and has led people to either eating more or/and to becoming less active.

Does obesity have an impact on children’s health? If yes, explain how?

Yes, there are many health issues that affect children and the most common types are: type 2 diabetes, liver problems and respiratory issues.

What are the other impacts caused by obesity in children?

Other impacts that affect children with childhood obesity is suffering from low self esteem and withdrawing from social life.

What is the treatment?

Treatments are many for this condition: is to see an accredited practicing dietitian, a doctor and access to a help line.