Childhood obesity continues to be a growing problem in this country. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the obesity prevalence is nearly 13% among 2 to 5 year olds; 20% among 6 to 11 year olds; and 22% among 12 to 19 year olds. These kids are at a greater risk for […]
Join Michaela on her journey to weight-loss success
Childhood obesity is a growing problem in this country. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the prevalence of obesity is nearly 14% among 2 to 5 year olds, 18% among 6 to 11 year olds and more than 20% in 12 to 19 year olds. Akron Children’s Healthy Active Living program is […]
How parents can help curb a widening obesity epidemic
It’s no secret childhood obesity is a growing problem in this country. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the prevalence of obesity is nearly 14% among 2 to 5 year olds, 18% among 6 to 11 year olds and more than 20% in 12 to 19 year olds. Childhood obesity numbers continue […]
