Nanny Joe

Q: My 3 year old is currently overweight and has potential to be obese.I would like to prevent that from happening.Is there anything i can do as a mother to reduce and care for his weight?

A:

A weight control plan needs to be implemented and it is usually via 2 method which is increasing physical activity and dietary management.

Try to plan it in a progressive manner and gradually introduce to your child for him to adapt to the changes easily.Remember,his body needs to be able to adapt as well!

Q: Obesity in children is on the rise.What are the causes?

A:

1.Genetic factors due to family history of overweight/obesity problem

2.Dietary habit;-consumption of high amounts of processed food,unhealthy fried food and junk

3.Unhealthy habits cultivated eg eating snacks while watching tv,

4.Lack of exercise

5.Socioeconomic status;-the poorer incomes