Childhood obesity is epidemic right now and contributes to many serious health problems. These factors should be understood by parents to help their kids.

Nov 10, 2010 - Valerie Garner

According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, 25% of children are obese or overweight. Childhood obesity is becoming an epidemic with lifelong consequences.

Sep 22, 2008 - Abby Deliz

What would you do if your doctor or another family member suggested that your child lose weight? Would you put him or her on diet or encourage them to exercise more?

Feb 26, 2007 - Tracy Rose

More screen time means more exposure to junk food ads. Studies show that with each added hour of screen time, children increase their risk of obesity.

Oct 4, 2011 - Tracy Rose

A recent study reveals that childhood obesity is linked to mothers.

Apr 19, 2011 - Amberr Phounsavath

Defines prevalence of childhood obesity, identifies risk factors and offers tips to parents to combat childhood obesity.

Feb 19, 2011 - Rachelle Waldron

Although specific causes of childhood obesity are unclear, some of the triggering factors include genetics, sedentary lifestyle, and advertisements.

Dec 29, 2010 - Lalitha Goteti

Childhood obesity treatment involves changes in child's diet and level of physical activity. Secondary options include medications and weight loss surgery.

Dec 29, 2010 - Lalitha Goteti

This article will briefly explore the epidemic of childhood obesity. The main purpose is to educate prevention methods for parents.

Dec 1, 2010 - Jennifer Cherry

Chef Joseph Ciminera is the host of "Taste This! TV", and he has decided to use his love of food to address childhood obesity.

Feb 18, 2010 - Mike Virgintino

The national statistic regarding childhood obesity is not pretty: it has more than tripled since 1980. However, concrete steps can be taken to reverse this trend.

Dec 8, 2009 - Brigitte Harton

Type 2 diabetes in children ages 9 to 17 has risen dramatically over the past two decades with obesity being the main cause. Parents are the key to stopping this cycle.

Sep 28, 2009 - Deanna Lynn Sletten

We all need to eat. Unfortunately some children may be tempted to eat too much. Start good habits early and help avoid obesity as your child grows up.

Sep 25, 2009 - Stacy Herlihy

A new study in Cancer Research shows that obesity hinders chemotherapy in children with childhood leukemia.

Sep 24, 2009 - Tammie Doerler

Staggering statistics show that childhood obesity has more than tripled in the last three decades. The key to halting the rising statistics is prevention.

Sep 14, 2009 - Tammie Doerler

As childhood obesity rates rise Americans find that the cost is indeed immense, and dollars are not the object of our nation's despair.

Sep 12, 2009 - Tammie Doerler

Promote healthy habits early to prevent toddlers from developing poor life choices that lead to youth and adult obesity.

Aug 5, 2009 - Bridgett Ann Calia

The future of our kid's health is in jeopardy. Making a turnaround is going to take help from the community, school and family.

May 12, 2009 - Tracy Rose

Pregnant women who are exposed to pollutants have an increased risk of having obese children.

Jan 9, 2009 - Uni Blake

Children who are overweight and less active ere found to experience narrowing of the airways after physical activity in research study by K-State researcher.

Dec 21, 2008 - Christine Nyholm