Harbaugh, Bonnie L et al. “Obesity and Overweight Prevalence among a Mississippi Low-Income Preschool Population: A Five-Year Comparison.” ISRN Nursing, vol. 201, 2011, 270464, doi:10.5402/2011/27046
According to the authors, poverty is among the critical causes of obesity in the US. Mississippi is one of the poverty-stricken states in the US, and the obesity rates are well over 32 per cent. The alarming rates have forced the residents to initiate national policies to counteract obesity among school-going children. Among the interventions chosen include provision of low-fat food, healthy nutritional implementation for children, reduction of sedentary activities, and minimizing watching movies. Besides, increased physical activities have been encouraged through elaborate supervision.
While the article has highlighted good interventions to address the menace of obesity in Mississippi, it has failed to address the success of such implementations because they are theoretically based. The implementations of the interventions have remained poor because they are yet to be standardized. Without standardization, it may be difficult to experience the drop in obesity among school-going children. However, the source is highly relevant since it gives the true picture of Mississippi, the centre of the topic.
The article is relevant to the topic since it directly tackles obesity as a problem in Mississippi. If the highlighted interventions, like exercising and consumption of healthy are standardized, then obesity will reduce significantly. Combining a healthy diet with increased exercising might yield better and more effective results.
Hoelscher, Deann M et al. “Position of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: Interventions for the Prevention and Treatment of Pediatric Overweight and Obesity.” Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, vol. 113, no. 10, 2013, pp. 1375-1394. doi.org/10.1016/j.jand.2013.08.004
The research highlights that the interventions for obesity include both primary and secondary approaches. However, the greatest impact is shown through primary based approaches. Integration of the early childhood interventions methods should encompass both physical activities and dietary approaches. The emphasis of the secondary and treatment perspectives should include the development strategies like nutrition education, behavioural change, and increase in physical activities. Structured dietary approaches may be significant for the youth who have serious morbidities. A low carbohydrate enriched dies is also another option. Low carbohydrate intake in regulating weight is fundamental since it contributes to ketosis, thereby reducing appetite. With reduced appetite, the caloric intake is minimized as well. Further, the study maintains that for children older than six years, an evaluation is necessary before deciding on the course of treatment. More intensive therapies may be adopted like structured nutrition prescription as well as other pharmacological agents. Intervention methods and dietary assessment should be based on lower-risk development approaches.
The study is effective in addressing obesity as an adolescent problem, since it propose fundamental solution for the society-based problem. It addresses that the effectiveness of administering treatment depends on the evaluation of individuals. While approaches such as behaviour change may be helpful for others, to some, they may be not since they may need weight surgery to initiate weight loss. The study also emphasizes the benefits of nutrition education since it is the easiest method to administer and follow. Notably, the study is also supported by a good number of references from other scholars, thus highlighting its effectiveness.
A structured dietary approach may be useful since it helps in improving meal planning, help in understanding the energy value from food, and maximizes flexibility. For the Mississippi adolescents, nutritional education may help them choose the type of food to take and one not to. As such, the adolescent might consume food with low calories and exercise to regulate body weight.
Pandita, Aakash et al. “Childhood obesity: prevention is better than cure.” Diabetes, metabolic syndrome and obesity: targets and therapy, vol. 9 83-9. 15 Mar. 2016, doi:10.2147/DMSO.S90783
The authors highlight that obesity is one of the most prevalent health concerns globally. Early stages of obesity in the child’s life contribute to various health hazards. Some of the problems attributed to childhood obesity include type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Obesity has psychosocial consequences as well; it reduces proficiency in academic learning, lowers a child’s self-esteem, and hampers social function. In extreme cases, it might lead to depression. The authors have indicated that the intervention adopted to curb obesity aims to lower sugar and high-calorie intake. Higher consumption of vegetables and fruit salad may be a positive approach for those people. The second approach to curbing obesity is eating food rich in calcium. The food should be well balanced with the micronutrient. Taking healthy breakfast and consuming family meals may equally be appropriate. Lastly, the authors have indicated that it is vital to decrease the exposure to screen time and replace it with vigorous physical activities. Obesity has increased over the last 30 years; it, therefore, needs both healthcare and community-based interventions to reduce its harmful effects and change the trends.
The article was written in 2016, indicating that the approaches integrated are up to date. It provides a variety of approaches that could be used to curb obesity in society through a combination of healthy based and community-based approaches. For instance, physical exercise improves cardiovascular health and enables an individual to stay healthy. As such, obesity is not just a problem for one person but is a challenge for all. Additionally, the article has a detailed list of supporting references, thus proving its validity.
In the context of the topic, the article is highly valuable for the majority of adolescents in Mississippi. Most of them spend a lot of time watching TV and only a few exercises. If they can divert the attention into more physical exercise and reduce the intake of junk foods, they may reduce excessive weight and live a healthy life.
Sanyaulu, Adenkule et al. Childhood and Adolescent Obesity in the United States: A Public Health Concern. Global Pediatric Health vol. 6, no, 1, 2019, https://doi.org/10.1177/2333794X19891305
The authors have pointed out that about 17 per cent of the children in the US are presently struggling with obesity. Over the years, the numbers of children suffering from obesity have increased, resulting in a very worrying trend. Preventing obesity, according to the authors, starts by educating the parents about the necessary nutritional requirements, especially the caloric intake for their kids. The educational and the community institutions should also legislate on various programs like provision of healthy food and also providing health information to the young teens. Complete control of obesity in childhood may include a combination of various factors like psychological, physiological and exercise. The primary intervention approaches should dwell on the methods initiated towards educating both the child and the family. Besides, the authors have asserted that the parents should encourage well-balanced uptake and regular exercising right at a very young age as the children transition to adulthood. The article points out that only 16 per cent of the children bike to school compared to 42 per cent in 1960. However, in achieving optimal results, a combination of primary and secondary approaches is necessary. A combination of both may help lower the increased prevalence of obesity in the US. Failure of adopting necessary measures on time might lead to dire consequences.
The article is quite resourceful. It highlights that with proper intervention through a combination of both primary and secondary approaches, obesity could be easily manageable. The article has pointed out that while prices of vital commodities like fruits have gone up; the prices of Mcdonald’s have gone down. Besides, it has indicated that reducing physical activities like cycling to schools is among the contributory factors of obesity in the US. With proper exercising and a reduction in caloric intake, it may be possible to reduce the effects associated with obesity.
The article is relevant to the topic as it encourages the consumption of food with low-calorie intake and encourages exercise like cycling or walking to school. Cycling in particular is helpful in burning excess body fats and increase tissue replenishment. Educational approaches for children might also result in behaviour change. Teachers in schools and parents at home should make the implemented behaviours stick.
Smith, Justin D et al. “Prevention and Management of Childhood Obesity and Its Psychological and Health Comorbidities.” Annual review of clinical psychology, vol. 16, 2020, 351-378, doi: 10.1146/annurev-clips-100219-060201
The authors have indicated that there are a variety of approaches that may be used to fight childhood obesity. Among the ideal approaches include evidence-based alternatives, like choosing healthier foods like whole grain and healthy fats. In schools, physical education classes and improving the school playground might help in minimizing obesity. However, there is a growing need to scale up such interventions because it is proven that even with just a slight weight change, it may improve the quality and the length of life. Evidence-based interventions may be delivered in a variety of settings, including schools, healthcare or in the community depending on exposure to various risks. However, to find better approaches in understanding the problem, the clinical health psychologists must play an essential role in carrying out extensive research on the problem. Besides, a multidisciplinary team will be needed to provide a diversified perspective.
The article is up to date (published in 2020), meaning its information is sourced from the current practices. The article cites a multidisciplinary approach as one of the methods of mitigating obesity. Recently, there has been a need to use a diversified perspective when handling a societal problem, obesity is one of those problems. Diversified opinions give more options to explore the topic and come up with better and robust decision-solving strategies.
The article has significant relevance for the adolescents of Mississippi. The article cites a variety of interventions may be applicable in various settings, like incorporating the parents to initiate behavioral change in program implementation, improving the playground in schools, and providing healthy foods in cafeterias. Interestingly, about 75 per cent of the parents were not consulted in implementation process from the article. That might lead to poor implementation of strategies. Evidence based interventions are also appropriate in that that might solve a dilemma for the children or adolescents who do not want to visit the healthcare facilities. They might still get help in school or at home.
Sahoo, Krushnapriya et al. “Childhood obesity: causes and consequences.” Journal of family medicine and primary care, vol. 4, no. 2, 2015, pp. 187-92, doi:10.4103/2249-4863.154628
The authors postulate that obesity as a health hazard can be slowed if society puts radical measures on mitigating its causes. Many components that exist in the society are catalyzers of obesity. However, various interventions may help in curbing obesity. One of the best approaches involves combining physical activities with a desirable diet in conjunction with school-based approaches may play a crucial step in minimizing obesity. Obesity-related problems could be avoided at home if the parents enforce a healthy lifestyle. The parents should encourage the children to exercise regularly and make the ideal nutritional choices even when they are away from home. Reducing intake of fast food and junk is a necessity. Proper practices at home may influence the children’s choices at schools as they are likely to make the right decisions on nutritional habits. Such practices may lead to healthier living for the society at large due to widened responsibility.
The study is highly effective highlights obesity as a social problem and not an individual problem. A healthy diet and exercise results in the quality of life in society. If proper habits are practised at home, they are likely to be maintained by society as a whole. Besides, children learn through adaptive conditioning and what they see is what they will do.
The study is quite relevant to the topic since it points out the parent’s role in influencing behaviour and habits. If the parents put effective measures in curbing unhealthy diet at home, the children or the adolescents may be quite responsible for what they take in school and restaurants.
Sun, Minghui et al. “Eating Habits and Their Association with Weight Status in Chinese School-Age Children: A Cross-Sectional Study.” Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health, vol.17, no, 10, pp. 3571, doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17103571
The study revealed that children who are picky eaters and consume large amounts of puffed foods were at great risk of becoming obese. The possibility of becoming obese was even higher among children in an urban environment. However, despite such circumstances, there exist a number of interventions that may mitigate such situations. They include changing eating habits and increased involvement in physical exercises. Health education is another critical approach since it may increase awareness of some of the negative effects of obesity. Schools should try and minimize the quantity of snacks students take in school. Besides, they should also discourage the availability of unhealthy snacks in the institution. The government should also supervise the food production enterprises. Increased scrutiny may restrict the marketing of unhealthy foods.
The study helps in detailed understanding of the relationship associated with weight status and eating habits. Spotlighting the association may help in examining some of the notable risk factors. Besides, large sample size was used in the research, which helped validate the participants’ responses. Lastly, it recognized the need of the government to reduce the negative practices by food production enterprises.
The article is useful in context of the topic because it addresses healthy eating habits in adolescents. The majority of the students in Mississippi struggle with obesity due to the heavy intake of snacks that are not regulated in school or at home. Parents and teachers should take centre stage in such circumstances and ensure that the foods consumed by the adolescents are healthy and possess no negative health consequences.
Work Cited
Harbaugh, Bonnie L et al. “Obesity and Overweight Prevalence among a Mississippi Low-Income Preschool Population: A Five-Year Comparison.” ISRN Nursing, vol. 2011, 2011, 270464. doi:10.5402/2011/27046
Hoelscher, Deann M et al. Position of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: Interventions for the Prevention and Treatment of Pediatric Overweight and Obesity. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, vol. 113, no. 10, 2013, p.1375-1394. doi.org/10.1016/j.jand.2013.08.004
Pandita, Aakash et al. “Childhood obesity: prevention is better than cure.” Diabetes, metabolic syndrome and obesity: targets and therapy, vol. 9, Mar. 2016, pp. 83-9. 15, doi:10.2147/DMSO.S90783
Sahoo, Krushnapriya et al. “Childhood obesity: causes and consequences.” Journal of family medicine and primary care, vol. 4, no. 2, 2015, pp. 187-92, doi:10.4103/2249-4863.154628
Sanyaulu, Adenkule et al. Childhood and Adolescent Obesity in the United States: A Public Health Concern. Global Pediatric Health, vol. 6, no, 1, 2019, https://doi.org/10.1177/2333794X19891305
Smith, Justin D et al. “Prevention and Management of Childhood Obesity and Its Psychological and Health Comorbidities.” Annual review of clinical psychology vol. 16, 2020, pp. 351-378, doi:10.1146/annurev-clinpsy-100219-060201
. Sun, Minghui et al. “Eating Habits and Their Association with Weight Status in Chinese School-Age Children: A Cross-Sectional Study.” Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health, vol. 17, no. 10, 2020, 3571; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17103571
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