Children who are obese are also at a greater risk to develop bone and joint problems, sleep apnea, and social and psychological problems such as poor self esteem. Children who have developed obesity as early as 2 years of age are likely to develop into obese adults. Obese adults are at ...
Causes:Similar to stage 1, the causes include excessive salt consumption, obesity, genetics, advanced age, and sedentary lifestyles. Chronic kidney disease, hormonal disorders, and some medications can also raise blood pressure to this level. Symptoms:While many people with stage 2 hypertension might...
Children aged 6 to 13 years who were willing to share their experiences were recruited by the researcher (SC), who also works as a CP in paediatric obesity care in the district. During health consultations at the Parent and Child Team location, children and their parents were asked to ...
INTRODUCTION: It is still a matter of debate as to how to define obesity in young people, although a growing consensus is to use body mass index (BMI) cutoffs to classify obesity in children and adolescents. OBJECTIVE: This article provides a brief overv
Cesarean birth (c-section) and problems with anesthesia during a c-section Problems after a c-section such as infection, losing too much blood, or blood clots How can obesity affect my baby? Obesity can increase your baby's risk of the following health problems: ...
As children age, parents should be involved while allowing their children independence. "…you can't micromanage your child," Steinberg writes. "Once they're in middle school, you need to let the child do their own homework, make their own choices, and not intervene." ...
age is crucial for their personal and social development.Firstly, independence fosters self-confidence. When children are given the opportunity to take on tasks and responsibilities independently, they develop a sense of accomplishment an...
The inner lips of the vagina (the labia minora) become stuck together in about 2 percent of girls up to age 6. Labial adhesion isn't a serious condition, but it can contribute to vulvovaginitis. Lichen sclerosis. This is an uncommon skin condition in which patchy, white, thin areas of...
Table 2. Participants suggestions on considerations for obesity prevention interventions using IRS ThemeParticipant groupSuggestions Prophet Muhammad as role model mother, Bradford I would feel relieved, happy and enthusiastic if my child will come home from madrassa and say, “mum, this is healthy ...
Given those options, it’s no wonder snacking has become a negative word for this generation. High-sugar, empty-carb, mindless munchies only add to the childhood obesity rates that have more than doubled in the last 30 years. But that doesn’t mean you need to banish between-meal ...