Modern children are suffering from the diseases that were once considered to be meant for adults only. Obesity is a major disease prevalent among children. What are its causes and what solutions can be offered?

Obesity is a curse for modern children which was rare in

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ecent past.Diseases have crossed the age barrier lately which is proved by the occurrence of specific pathologies in youngsters that were previously regarded as suitable only for the grown-ups.

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essay will discuss the reasons for it and

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put forward some solutions to it. Previously,it was thought that health derangements are mostly age-specific though

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idea was not supported by any valid study.

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,physical issues like diabetes,obesity,hypertension are common in the elderlies,

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,whereas helminth infestation,diarrhoea and pneumonia are commoners in children have been a century-long idea until recently.Though it is not uncommon the increasing number of children suffering from the above-mentioned problems make us reconsider the former thought.So,what are the reasons for it?

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,the soaring popularity of junk foods among teens is the biggest culprit,in my experience.

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,the sedentary lifestyle adds to it while the internet plays a key role.

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,the combined effect is visible in front of our eyes.An obese child with diabetes and hypertension is not uncommon today which was not

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ommon couple of years back.

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,every problem has a solution and

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,we have to motivate children and their parents positively to modify their lifestyle.

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,children should be sent to have a

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fternoon rather than playing video games on play stations sitting idle at home which

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will result in loss of weight.

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,kids should be inspired to have more and more green leafy vegetables

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of fast foods.Overall a healthy daily routine along with nutritious dietary habit will help the young generation alleviate the health threats effectively. In conclusion,the percentage of the children affected with diseases which were someday regarded as only of the elderlies is on the rise.One of the most alarming one being obesity in teenagers due to widespread recognition of junk foods and having almost zero exercise.

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problem should be addressed very promptly.