Tuesday, February 7th, 2012

For Your Child’s Health

 

Routines that reduce obesity risks in kids

NEW YORK (WABC) — Doctors have been watching the average weight of children go up dramatically over the years.

Now, for the first time, a new study outlines three household routines that can reduce the risk of obesity in kids.

Experts now say one out of every eight kids under the age of 5 is overweight or obese.

Parents often feel frustrated as they battle their children over food, but now this study gives parents some concrete advice on some home habits than can help keep their children from eating unhealthily.

Read more of Dr. Jay Adlersberg’s findings.