Hello, I am sitting here with my 9 year old son and he presently lives with his dad and noticed that he is gaining weight. He now weighs 116 pounds and I am trying to explain what consequences this may have on his health. May you share your opinion please.
Hi. Obesity causes following health problems in child Chat Doctor.  Hypertension2. Hypercholestremia leading to heart diseses3. Type 2 diabetes mellitus4. Early osteoarthritis5. Obstructive sleep apnea6.  Depression or low self-esteem give less calorie food, increase physical activity like running, cycling, swimming and less indoor games and less TV. If you are happy with my suggestion kindly rate me. Regards-