09.25.07
Blame parents for Obesity in Children
Most of us will not accept that parents are the reason behind their child having obesity. It is not just because of genes, doctors say, but it could be parents negligence that children might end up being obese.
Child psychologists say that the same parents who help their children with studies, and games, do not help their children with exercise. Instead here are some tips that parents can try and remember and help their child:
- Spend 5-10 minutes with children talking about nutrition in a playful and yet a serious manner.
- Take a walk before/after supper and state the reasons why you do it.
- Eat together whenever possible. Do not try and sit in front of TV or Laptop while you eat.
- Know your child’s dietary habits at school.
Also, if as a parent you are already aware that your child is overweight, and is feeling embarrassed by it, you need to take even more care. You need to inculcate in them that they can work on their weight,. Also tell them that the best answer to any kind of ‘comments’ on their weights is to loose weight! But make sure you do that with of lot of careful words.