Rates Of Severe Childhood Obesity Have Tripled

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inactivity, and is contributing to bur- geoning health care costs. The fitness industry can help children and fami- lies to reach this goal by providing a safe environment for exercise in the care of professionals. The findings of the report further

High cholesterol can cause dementia – exercise, diet and stress-relief help

demonstrate the need for the health club industry, parents, schools and government to help lead the charge against this epidemic. As an industry, we can help children and families by providing a safe environment for exer- cise in the care of professionals.

"Children are not only becoming

obese, but they’re becoming severe- ly obese which impacts their overall health," said Joseph Skelton, M.D., lead author and director of the Brenner FIT (Families in Training) Program. "These findings reinforce the fact that medically-based programs to treat obesity are needed throughout the United States, and insurance compa- nies should be encouraged to cover this care."

significant health risks facing this morbidly obese group," wrote the re- searchers in their report. "This places demands on health care and commu- nity services, especially because the highest rates are among children who are frequently underserved by the health care system."

Sportsclub Association is the fitness in- dustry’s only global trade association. IHRSA represents over 9,750 health and fitness facilities and over 740 sup- plier companies in 78 countries. See www.ihrsa.org. For membership in- quires contact membership@ihrsa.org or phone 800-228-4772.

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