Preventing Lifestyle Diseases in Children: What Parents Should Know
Lifestyle diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and hypertension are increasingly affecting children due to unhealthy diets, lack of physical activity, and excessive screen time. However, with the right approach, parents can significantly reduce these risks. Simple steps like encouraging balanced, whole-food diets, limiting sugary foods and drinks, ensuring at least 60 minutes of daily physical activity, promoting 9–12 hours of quality sleep, and scheduling regular health check-ups for early screening make a powerful difference.