Obesity is a condition that can shorten your life and seriously affect you both mentally and physically. Unfortunately, it often starts in childhood, and the rate of obesity in children is growing at an alarmingly fast pace. There are more obese children now than ever before, largely because parents are passing their own poor dietary habits onto their children.

Here are a few key points to consider when trying to prevent obesity and other health problems in your children:

Small children are usually quite active and often need snacks between meals. It is crucial to choose healthy snacks for them.

Despite various claims, there is no such thing as a quick fix when it comes to weight loss. Successful weight loss requires hard work combined with any program or product. Experts advise that weight control programs are more effective when accompanied by a clean and active lifestyle.

Chapters:

• Chapter 1: Obesity in Children is Growing at a Frighteningly Fast Rate
• Chapter 2: Oatmeal – The Most Powerful Breakfast for Weight Loss
• Chapter 3: Overweight is Injurious to Teens and Kids
• Chapter 4: Obesity in Teenagers and Children is One of the Saddest Sights
• Chapter 5: Ways to Help Your Child Fight Childhood Obesity
• Chapter 6: Tips for Teen Weight Loss
• Chapter 7: Safe and Easy Weight Loss for Teens: A Guide for Parents
• Chapter 8: A Fun Weight Loss Plan
• Chapter 9: Emphasis on Being Thin for Teen Girls Makes Weight Loss a Major Issue
• Chapter 10: Diet Plans for Overweight Teenage Boys
• Chapter 11: Snack Ideas for Kids That Won’t Wreck Mom’s Diet!
• Chapter 12: Biking – A Great Way to Enjoy Exercise
• Chapter 13: Exercise Anywhere with Your Bicycle – From Beaches to Mountains to Forests
• Chapter 14: Weight Control with Bowling Anyone?