Child Health Nutrition And Physical Activity

Author : Lilian W. Y. Cheung
Publisher : Human Kinetics Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9780873227742
Total Pages : 377 pages
Book Rating : 4.43/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Child Health, Nutrition, and Physical Activity written by Lilian W. Y. Cheung and published by Human Kinetics Publishers. This book was released on 1995-01-01 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Child Health, Nutrition, and Physical Activity offers a comprehensive review of the latest information on nutrition, physical activity, eating disorders, obesity in childhood, and prevention of chronic disease in adulthood. This book is a result of the groundbreaking Harvard Conference on Nutrition and Physical Activity of Children and Youth, which brought together some of the top professionals in the field, including former U.S. Surgeon General Julius Richmond.Each chapter- identifies important health considerations for American youth,- describes and critiques previous interventions and current behavior patterns,- identifies gaps in current knowledge, and- recommends ways to improve nutrition and fitness in children and adolescents.Each chapter is followed by several insightful commentaries that view these challenging issues from different perspectives. The book also provides an overview of nutrition and physical activity as they affect child health, and suggests how industry, the media, government, and academia can each play a role in improving child health. Child Health, Nutrition, and Physical Activity is an important reference for medical and nutrition professionals, sports medicine researchers and practitioners, school and public health personnel, physical educators, and others involved in promoting child health. It's also suitable as a text for upper-division undergraduate and graduate-level courses in public health policy, pediatric exercise science, pediatric nutrition, health promotion, and related courses.

Author : Jana Parizkova
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1420082353
Total Pages : 430 pages
Book Rating : 4.57/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Health in Early Life written by Jana Parizkova and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2016-04-19 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During the past decade since the first edition of this practical work was published, global prevalence of obesity has increased by epic proportions, and physical fitness levels have continued to decline. Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Health in Early Life, Second Edition analyzes cutting-edge longitudinal and cross-sectional data on morphologica

Author : Hannah Brewer
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319760068
Total Pages : 292 pages
Book Rating : 4.63/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Physical Activity and Health Promotion in the Early Years written by Hannah Brewer and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-06-19 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book focuses on improving well-being among young children. It provides a theoretical base explaining why physical activity is important, and offers practical strategies for increasing health and well-being in early childhood settings. It takes ancient wisdom on the mind and body connection, applies it to the youngest children, and supports it with current empirical and international evidence—all with an eye toward improving wellness across the lifespan. The many topics discussed in the book include children’s motor skills, movement, interaction, physical literacy, the use of video games, dog ownership, developmental delays, as well as strategies to improve physical activities in the classroom and broader contexts. In recent years, children’s health has become a priority worldwide. Topics such as “screen time” “sedentary behavior” and “childhood obesity” have become important issues everywhere- in the news, in schools, in community and commercials settings, and among health care providers. Limiting sedentary behavior, increasing physical activity, and maintaining a nutritious diet are three fundamental needs during early childhood. Preschool years are a time when children begin to explore the world around them, and develop more vivid understandings of their surroundings. As this book shows, the early years may be the best time to teach wellness concepts and assist young children in establishing healthy lifestyle habits.

Author : Christopher A. Hopper
Publisher : Human Kinetics
ISBN 13 : 9780736065382
Total Pages : 396 pages
Book Rating : 4.85/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Physical Activity and Nutrition for Health written by Christopher A. Hopper and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2008 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Physical Activity and Nutrition for Health is a book and CD-ROM package that will help you promote fitness and nutrition among students and staff and garner support from parents and community members to enhance student success. Physical Activity and Nutrition for Health will help you plan and implement physical education and nutrition education programs that significantly improve health and support learning in other subject areas, such as health education, mathematics, and science. And it will help you change the attitudes and behaviors of children so they embrace a lifetime commitment to health and fitness while maintaining a healthy weight."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : Committee on Physical Activity and Physical Education in the School Environment
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309283140
Total Pages : 503 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Educating the Student Body written by Committee on Physical Activity and Physical Education in the School Environment and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2013-11-13 with total page 503 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Physical inactivity is a key determinant of health across the lifespan. A lack of activity increases the risk of heart disease, colon and breast cancer, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, osteoporosis, anxiety and depression and others diseases. Emerging literature has suggested that in terms of mortality, the global population health burden of physical inactivity approaches that of cigarette smoking. The prevalence and substantial disease risk associated with physical inactivity has been described as a pandemic. The prevalence, health impact, and evidence of changeability all have resulted in calls for action to increase physical activity across the lifespan. In response to the need to find ways to make physical activity a health priority for youth, the Institute of Medicine's Committee on Physical Activity and Physical Education in the School Environment was formed. Its purpose was to review the current status of physical activity and physical education in the school environment, including before, during, and after school, and examine the influences of physical activity and physical education on the short and long term physical, cognitive and brain, and psychosocial health and development of children and adolescents. Educating the Student Body makes recommendations about approaches for strengthening and improving programs and policies for physical activity and physical education in the school environment. This report lays out a set of guiding principles to guide its work on these tasks. These included: recognizing the benefits of instilling life-long physical activity habits in children; the value of using systems thinking in improving physical activity and physical education in the school environment; the recognition of current disparities in opportunities and the need to achieve equity in physical activity and physical education; the importance of considering all types of school environments; the need to take into consideration the diversity of students as recommendations are developed. This report will be of interest to local and national policymakers, school officials, teachers, and the education community, researchers, professional organizations, and parents interested in physical activity, physical education, and health for school-aged children and adolescents.

Author : Donald A. P. Bundy
Publisher : World Bank Publications
ISBN 13 : 1464804397
Total Pages : 502 pages
Book Rating : 4.97/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Disease Control Priorities, Third Edition (Volume 8) written by Donald A. P. Bundy and published by World Bank Publications. This book was released on 2017-11-20 with total page 502 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More children born today will survive to adulthood than at any time in history. It is now time to emphasize health and development in middle childhood and adolescence--developmental phases that are critical to health in adulthood and the next generation. Child and Adolescent Health and Development explores the benefits that accrue from sustained and targeted interventions across the first two decades of life. The volume outlines the investment case for effective, costed, and scalable interventions for low-resource settings, emphasizing the cross-sectoral role of education. This evidence base can guide policy makers in prioritizing actions to promote survival, health, cognition, and physical growth throughout childhood and adolescence.

Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309139279
Total Pages : 107 pages
Book Rating : 4.74/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Local Government Actions to Prevent Childhood Obesity written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2010-01-10 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The prevalence of childhood obesity is so high in the United States that it may reduce the life expectancy of today's generation of children. While parents and other adult caregivers play a fundamental role in teaching children about healthy behaviors, even the most positive efforts can be undermined by local environments that are poorly suited to supporting healthy behaviors. For example, many communities lack ready sources of healthy food choices, such as supermarkets and grocery stores. Or they may not provide safe places for children to walk or play. In such communities, even the most motivated child or adolescent may find it difficult to act in healthy ways. Local governments-with jurisdiction over many aspects of land use, food marketing, community planning, transportation, health and nutrition programs, and other community issues-are ideally positioned to promote behaviors that will help children and adolescents reach and maintain healthy weights. Local Government Actions to Prevent Childhood Obesity presents a number of recommendations that touch on the vital role of government actions on all levels-federal, state, and local-in childhood obesity prevention. The book offers healthy eating and physical activity strategies for local governments to consider, making it an excellent resource for mayors, managers, commissioners, council members, county board members, and administrators.

Author : Nancy E. Sayre
Publisher : Pearson
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 268 pages
Book Rating : 4.36/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Young Child and the Environment written by Nancy E. Sayre and published by Pearson. This book was released on 2001 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive book for early childhood educators explores the various factors that influence the development of a physically and psychologically healthy and safe lifestyle for infants, toddlers, and young children. Physical and psychological health and safety are critical to the education of today's children. This book presents information, practical knowledge, and skills to develop positive attitudes in children and early childhood professionals by emphasizing the role of family and culture in child development. The Young Child and the Environment expands on the foundation of developmentally appropriate physical activity, with chapters on topics such as movement development, physical fitness, nutrition, safety in the early childhood learning environment, and the responsibility of parents and communities in developing healthy attitudes and lifestyles for the young. For anyone interested in early childhood education and physical education.

Author : American Academy of Pediatrics
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781610020220
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.27/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Bright Futures written by American Academy of Pediatrics and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This essential resource provides key background information and recommendations for 12 health promotion themes, including 3 brand-new topics : promoting lifelong health for families and communities, promoting health for children and youth with special health care needs, and promoting the healthy and safe use of social media. Also included in this essential resource are well-child supervision standards for 31 age-based visits, from newborn through 21 years. The result : more efficient visits, stronger partnerships with children and families, and enhanced ability to keep up with changes in family, communities, and society that affect a child's health."--Page 4 de la couverture.

Author : Matthew R. Sanders
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 331994598X
Total Pages : 853 pages
Book Rating : 4.89/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Parenting and Child Development Across the Lifespan written by Matthew R. Sanders and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-12-06 with total page 853 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handbook presents the latest theories and findings on parenting, from the evolving roles and tasks of childrearing to insights from neuroscience, prevention science, and genetics. Chapters explore the various processes through which parents influence the lives of their children, as well as the effects of parenting on specific areas of child development, such as language, communication, cognition, emotion, sibling and peer relationships, schooling, and health. Chapters also explore the determinants of parenting, including consideration of biological factors, parental self-regulation and mental health, cultural and religious factors, and stressful and complex social conditions such as poverty, work-related separation, and divorce. In addition, the handbook provides evidence supporting the implementation of parenting programs such as prevention/early intervention and treatments for established issues. The handbook addresses the complementary role of universal and targeted parenting programs, the economic benefits of investment in parenting programs, and concludes with future directions for research and practice. Topics featured in the Handbook include: · The role of fathers in supporting children’s development. · Developmental disabilities and their effect on parenting and child development. · Child characteristics and their reciprocal effects on parenting. · Long-distance parenting and its impact on families. · The shifting dynamic of parenting and adult-child relationships. · The effects of trauma, such as natural disasters, war exposure, and forced displacement on parenting. The Handbook of Parenting and Child Development Across the Lifespan is an essential reference for researchers, graduate students, clinicians, and therapists and professionals in clinical child and school psychology, social work, pediatrics, developmental psychology, family studies, child and adolescent psychiatry, and special education.