Delaware Online – MARIANNE CARTER
“Rising rates of childhood obesity pose a serious public health threat. As a result of excess weight, children are developing adult illnesses – like type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure – early in life. Federal officials, national health organizations and healthcare practitioners are all investing efforts to reverse a trend that will negatively impact our children’s future health. To address this complex issue, they’re tackling it from a variety of angles. Examples include nutrition education, encouraging routine physical activity, providing access to healthy foods and ensuring safe facilities for activity.”(more)