Obesity Action Coalition

As I was doing my research today I came across a fantastic resource! The best part is they work right behind us at the office! I think this is pretty crazy! So at the Office Building where my mom's Senior Helpers Business is there is a company called the Obesity Action Coalition. I used to pass by it on my way to and from the restroom (and I was pregnant so I was always walking by the sign on the wall). I was always curious what it was they actually did with obesity. Today I got my answer! I stumbled across their website this morning and wouldn't you know they are dedicated to EDUCATING and helping fight against obesity. It is a great sight with great tools such as: BMI indicator, an Advocacy Program and tons of information. WWW.ObesityActionCoalition.ORG Check them out! They are a really neat site that is truly dedicated to helping those dealing with obesity. They are not only a site with information, but a site with a heart and passion to HELPING those dealing with obesity. It is not only affecting our children, it is affecting our families. Education is the key to beating this epidemic. Become a FREE member of the OAC and be a part of the voice.

The Vicious Cycle of Childhood Obesity

I found this out on the web and thought it was a great illustration explaining how childhood obesity does not stop at adulthood. When we are children we are young and impressionable. We are learning at an incredible pace. Our parents are our biggest influence. The behaviors we learn as children are the behaviors we use to survive as adults; whether we learn to exercise to let off steam or to eat to fill up the void of loneliness, usually these behaviors are well in place before we are 25.
This image shows a brief overview of how a lack of exercise can lead to a child becoming obese. Playing too many video games and watching too much TV has many negative effects. It causes ADHD , learning problems and weight gain which then causes muscle loss.
As the child gains weight everything becomes more difficult. It is more difficult to run and walk. It is harder to breathe. The child is not healthy. This child turns into an unhealthy young adult, and then an unhealthy adult.
There are many very serious health risks associated with obesity: type 2 diabetes, hypertension, asthma, depression, anxiety and developmental and growth issues.
Where the circle begins is where the circle ceases to stop. What often happens is these obese adults have children and teach their children the same bad habits without even realizing it and the cycle continues.
Part of the vicious cycle is a lack of education on the be-half of those struggling with obesity. Education is the key to success. This is true in anything you do, you must have the proper knowledge and the proper skills to accomplish a specific goal.
Here at American Home Rescue we are dedicated to educating and providing for those children and families that need our help. We grant scholarships to those who do not have the funds or resources to provide their children with healthy lifestyle choices. With help from people like you and me we are able to grant these scholarships and give children an opportunity they may not have had.
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