Health Yeah! Parent's guide to childhood obesity

07/08/2023 23 min Episodio 57
Health Yeah! Parent's guide to childhood obesity

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Episode Synopsis

Today we are tackling a topic that affects nearly 20 percent of American children - obesity. It’s a problem that has been on the rise in this country and parents struggle with the best way to address it - wanting their kids to be healthy but not wanting to create body image issues on that road to better health. So how do you know if your child is just going through a phase, or has a real problem? What are the tips and tricks to helping your child lose weight without making them self-conscious or hurting their self-esteem? When do you seek medical intervention? Our expert is here to answer all your questions - and tell you about the drugs and surgery that have recently been approved for children with obesity.
Monica Robins is not a medical doctor.  All content presented in this program is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice.  Always seek the guidance of your personal doctor or qualified healthcare professional with any questions regarding your health or medical condition.