Health Information Patient Handout

Health Information Patient Handout First Name, Last Name Institutional Affiliation Date Health Information Patient Handout Recent CDC reports indicate a steady growth in obesity cases among children and adolescents between the age 2-19years in the US. Although the prevalence of childhood obesity is still high, studies reveal that an increase in the education levels of household heads causes a decrease in the prevalence of obesity for this population group (Nguyen, 2018). Addressing this issue through educating household heads is important in reducing the risk for poor health among children and adolescents. Therefore, this handout is a guide for the household heads (parents and guardians) and not the affected population. Childhood Obesity: Prevention Guide for Parents and Guardians 45507354178595ExamplesProteins: Foods high in protein include poultry, beans, peas, eggs, meat, seafood, dairy products with low-fat, soy products and all seedsCarbohydrates: The body uses them in making glucose which is the body’s energy source. They are in 3 groups including starch (potatoes, cereals, grains, bread, corn and dried beans), dietary fiber (fruits, beans, whole-grains foods, nuts and vegetables) and sugar (its natural in milk, fruits and vegetables but added in foods such as cakes). Fats: Monosaturated and Saturated fats. Former can be eaten in moderation while latter shouldn’t00ExamplesProteins: Foods high in protein include poultry, beans, peas, eggs, meat, seafood, dairy products with low-fat, soy products and all seedsCarbohydrates: The body uses them in making glucose which is the body’s energy source. They are in 3 groups including starch (potatoes, cereals, grains, bread, corn and dried beans), dietary fiber (fruits, beans, whole-grains foods, nuts and vegetables) and sugar (its natural in milk, fruits and vegetables but added in foods such as cakes). Fats: Monosaturated and Saturated fats. Former can be eaten in moderation while latter shouldn’tObesity is a health condition that occurs when an individual is carrying excess body fat or weight leading to further health issues (Sahoo et al., 2015). Children and young adults with obesity are at a high risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D) and cardiovascular diseases. Healthy eating is a process involving the whole family. It allows you to prevent your children from becoming obese. This handout details some significant tips to get you started. -2235206687820Going Shopping? Make it a Fun & Healthy Experience!When you go shopping with children, let them select healthy foods; they are more likely to eat foods that they enjoyMinimize on foods that have high pr...