Childhood Obesity Drops in US Cities
Experts stunned, see a big shift in fight against epidemic
LocalSportsReviews – hopefully kids are moving more and eating less AND better!
In fact, it could herald a change in the obesity trend, the New York Times reports. But the reasons for the shift remain unclear. Scientists aren’t sure Michelle Obama-style programs to fight obesity are effective, and researchers don’t know if kids are losing weight or if fewer obese children are starting school, the Times notes. Still, with 17% of those under age 20 obese, cities like Philadelphia have made big pushes against the epidemic, ridding school cafeterias of deep fryers and removing sugary drinks from school vending machines. Now, “the needle is actually moving,” says a researcher.
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Finally some good news on the childhood obesity epidemic!
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Good article. It’s great to hear that our nation’s kids are starting to be more fit and healthy. There are so many great programs out there helping them like Bok and other exercise programs.
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It is a before or after school exercise program. It is mainly implemented from parents and teachers. here’s the site! http://www.bokskids.org/
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