The Best of Body Challenges in Children
August 4, 2022
Jill Castle explores body challenges in children, including recent research about when kids put on extra body fat.
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There are many reasons children may have body challenges. Some of these are medical, such as hormonal disorders or genetic conditions. Others are environmental, such as a poor diet or lack of physical activity. And others are psychological.
In particular, there has been a focus on childhood obesity and the many associated health risks. Besides being a physical health concern, it can also lead to low self-esteem and body image issues. However, it is essential to remember that not all children have excess body fat; some children may not have enough body fat.
In this fifth episode of the summer series, ‘The Best of,’ I discuss the challenges children face regarding their body composition by looking at the latest scientific updates. I also review our relevant and previous episodes, which can help you navigate these challenges with your child.
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What You’ll Learn About The Best of Body Challenges in Children
- The incidence of the disease of obesity in children
- Primary school years as critical years for establishing healthful habits
- Reducing stigma and improving children’s physical health and wellness
- Reframing the perception of body image to encourage body kindness for kids
- The role of society and social media in defining body and size stigma and its effects
- Helping our children make healthy decisions without shaming them
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