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ERIC Number: EJ678147
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2003
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0009-4056
A Burger and Fries: The Dilemma of Childhood Obesity. For Parents Particularly.
Blasi, MaryJane
Childhood Education, v79 n5 p321-22 2003
Discusses reasons childhood obesity has reached epidemic proportions and the numerous health problems that can result. Suggests parents incorporate physical activity into their family's lifestyle; advocate for daily outdoor recess at school; provide healthful meals; respect their child's appetite; not use food for comfort or as reward; and limit television viewing. (TJQ)
Descriptors: Athletics, Child Health, Children, Computer Use, Eating Habits, Exercise, Food, Health Promotion, Nutrition, Obesity, Outdoor Activities, Parent Influence, Parent Role, Parents, Physical Education, Physical Fitness, Playground Activities, Recess Breaks, School Role, Self Esteem, Television Viewing
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Audience: N/A
Language: English
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Identifiers: Health Risk Susceptibility
Note: Theme Issue Topic: "Global Perspectives on Educational Technology."