Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Parents do not notice the extra weight of your child

Many parents do not pay attention to the weight of the child, because they know that the weight is in the normal range, but in reality not believe it is, Australian researchers reported. Experts from the University of Melbourne conducted a study, which surveyed 2,100 parents of Australian children. It was found that 40% of parents whose children suffered not aware about or underweight on this issue. While it is important for parents to recognize the existence of a problem, because only then will they be trying to help their children to cope with the problem of weight. The problem of childhood obesity is a growing in all countries and experts are looking for ways to influence the school and looking at home. The results of the study by Australian experts have shown that the fight against obesity lead to difficulties in the perception of the problem children and parents. The study of more than 40% of children and parents are not aware of the problem weight. According to experts, this situation is much more difficult communication of health workers with children and provide them with the necessary support. Experts believe that it is necessary to provide information for parents concerning issues of weight, and then the prevention of childhood obesity are likely to be more effective.

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