The Pulse 3.15: Beating Childhood Obesity
Welcome to the Pulse Three-Point-Fifteen: In this episode we discuss our government's new push to reduce childhood obesity. Earlier this month First Lady Michelle Obama and the White House Task Force on Childhood Obesity presented 70 initiatives to reduce childhood obesity from 20 percent to 5 percent by the year 20-30. In this video, watch Obama and the task force present their historic action plan. Each of the 70 initiatives fall into five main categories. These are to fight obesity by beginning in early childhood -- empowering parents -- improving school foods -- improving access to healthy food -- and increasing physical activity. Nearly one in three children is overweight, and nearly one in five is considered obese. It's something the First Lady feels passionate about, and she is committed to creating awareness. On the Let's Move! Channel you will hear first-hand why the issue has touched her life. You will also hear encouragement from celebrities and Olympic athletes, who share why it is important to keep young kids active to achieve a healthy weight. If you're feeling inspired to join the movement -- check out icyou users Dr. MDK and nutritionist Dr. Ann Kulze for excellent tips on how to kick-start a healthy lifestyle for children. In this video, Dr. MDK shares his experience working with families who are dealing with childhood obesity. He speaks with Dr. Henry Anhalt to find the best tips for how to keep your kids active -- and help them reach their goal weight ...
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Posted in: Beating, Childhood, Obesity on Sunday, November 14, 2010 at at 6:15 PM