Childhood obesity is a growing problem in our society. The number of obese children has more than doubled over the past 20 years, and is currently the most common nutritional disease among children in the US. (1,2) Children today are not as active as children 20 or so years ago. The number one cause is watching television.
One main thing that has changed from then to now is the use and abuse of television. 20 years ago, television was seen as special. Most families limited the shows, and with this, the times spend in front of the TV. Television viewing has become one of the most important activities for children. For example, if my kids could have their way, they would watch TV as soon as they walk into the door. During the school week,
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