Most overweight and obesity problems in childhood are caused by children eating too much and not exercising enough. Weight gain happens when energy ingested (food and drink) is more than energy burned off (physical activity).
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Juego Activo - PDF (236 KB)
Alimentación Sana - PDF (452 KB)
Una Sana Relación con la Comida - PDF (256 KB)
Promocionando Pesos Saludables - PDF (424 KB)
Fall 2011
It's here! Screen Smart is a new program for elementary schools that aims to decrease recreational screen time and increase activity levels of studens! Click here to visit the screen smart website!
Join a research study! The Childhood Obesity Foundation is now listing current research studies that you can participate in. Please click here for details.
The Childhood Obesity Foundation has partnered with organizations across Canada with a goal to contribute to a reversal in the escalating trend in child and youth obesity. Click here for details.