Among the causes of obesity, which invites many diseases, especially diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, living and eating habits shaped in childhood are at the forefront.
Obesity can cause physical and mental problems caused by excessive fat storage in the body. It is an energy-metabolism disorder problem. Taking in more energy than consumed is the most important cause of obesity. The regulation of body fat tissues and the causes of obesity are multifactorial and are affected by genetic structure, environmental stimuli and developmental phenomena.
GENETIC DISPOSITION
Obesity occurs in children, especially in those with genetic predisposition, and under the influence of environmental factors. Research has shown that the child's nutrition is shaped during infancy and that this resembles the nutritional characteristics of the parents. It has been observed that the onset of obesity in the majority of adults dates back to childhood. Obesity, which begins especially between the ages of 4 and 11, continues into adulthood, increasing the susceptibility to diseases such as hypertension, cardiovascular diseases and diabetes. Children of obese mothers and fathers are more likely to be obese. If one of the parents is obese, the risk of the child becoming obese is 40 percent, while this rate increases to 80 percent if both parents are obese.
SEMOTIONAL LIFE
Although the effect of genetic factors on obesity is considerable. Nutrition and lifestyle are also determining factors. Sedentary lifestyle and lack of physical/sports activity also play a key role. Obesity has been a big problem especially for children living in cities. Activities that reduce physical activity, such as television, video games and computers, are closely associated with obesity. Studies have shown that obesity can be reduced by regulating physical activity and reducing sedentary life. Various studies have reported that obesity affects 10.9-20% of the entire child and adolescent group. It has also been stated in many studies that the frequency of obesity continues to increase, especially during adolescence.
MULTIDISCIPLINARY APPROACH
Daily calorie need for moderately active children aged 6-10 is 2200 kcal, active In adolescent children, at least 2 It is recommended as 800 kcal. Three meals a day, vegetables, fruits, meat and dairy products have an important place in meeting this need. Recent scientific research has revealed that multidisciplinary weight reduction programs, which include regular calorie reduction, exercise programs and behavioral regulation, are effective in obese children and adolescents. In the treatment of obese children; It is very important to regulate their nutrition, reduce sedentary life and develop appropriate behavioral models.
FOLLOW THESE RECOMMENDATIONS
The following recommendations against obesity in children should be taken into consideration!
The nutrition of family members regulation of habits.
Parents' fight against obesity,
Feeding the child appropriately, regularly and in sufficient amounts,
Reducing inactive activities such as TV and computer,
Increasing activities such as sports or exercise,
br /> Raising awareness among friends,
Discouraging parents, caregivers and teachers from fast food eating habits,
Most importantly, following the recommendations of pediatricians
BE CAREFUL
Surgical options can be considered if weight reduction programs applied with a multidisciplinary approach are not effective in obese adults. While the amount of fat can be reduced by liposuction surgery in adults, this method has no place in treatments for children. Performing liposuction, that is, removing fat, in children may disrupt the patient's physiology (fluid-electrolyte balance) and lead to life-threatening situations. Obesity in childhood should not be seen as innocent, it should be remembered that obesity invites many diseases, especially diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, at the age of two.
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