“Is an obese child healthy?”
My daughter is obese. Is an obese child healthy?
2 Answers
Obesity increases risk of conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure as she gets older. Consult with her pediatrician to discuss her health.
No, an obese child is not healthy. They are set up for diseases earlier in life and we tend to see that they live shorter lives with less quality. It is important to address the cause of obesity and bring the percent body fat down. Go to: https://obesitymedicine.org/find-obesity-treatment/ and find a physician who specializes in helping people lose weight. I have treated thousands of children/adolescents for obesity and have seen almost every one of them succeed. Also, as a parent, you need to eat healthily and set an example or you will send the wrong message to your child. Never ask a child to do something that you are not willing to do.
