A shocking disturbance is the rising levels of childhood obesity in our nation. The youngest generation could actually face a shorter expected lifespan than its parents. This startling fact has many leaders today looking for solutions to the obesity epidemic.
“Over the past three decades, childhood obesity rates in the country have tripled. Today, obesity and excess weight threaten the health of one out of three children. Pediatricians are treating children with high blood pressure, high cholesterol and even Type II diabetes. Teachers see bullying and teasing in class. School counselors see kids with depression and low self-esteem.” (Taken from First Lady Michelle Obama Message from the White House).
First Lady Michelle Obama is encouraging everyone to be a part of the Let’s Move campaign, a nationwide effort to tackle the challenge of childhood obesity. Let’s Move will give parents the support they need, provide healthier food in schools, help our kids to be more physically active, and make healthy, affordable food available in every part of our country.
Puyallup Tribal Health Authority is committed to raising a healthier generation of kids. We will be looking at ways that we can implement some of the Let’s Move initiatives into our programs. Be looking for more information and resources to come that will help our kids eat better and lead active, healthy lives.
