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Childhood Obesity: How Parents Can Help
This Nationwide Children’s Hospital article explains childhood obesity, how it is assessed, and the many factors that may contribute to it, including nutrition, physical activity, sleep, genetics, stress, medical conditions, and certain medications. It offers practical ways families can support children, such as being active together, establishing healthy sleep routines, serving nutritious foods in appropriate portions, and limiting screen time. The article encourages parents to focus on their child’s overall health, self-esteem, and quality of life rather than appearance or blame.