Question 1

enlarged lymph node removed 9 months ago - benign with fatty replacement (i am obese). immediately i found another.  watch for growth or go to doc?

Accepted Answer

Watch and wait: You may feel the node every couple of weeks, if the lymph gland doubles in size, becomes painful, ulcerates, or other nodes become enlarged, or you develop fever, you should see a doctor.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Question 2

hashimoto's, pcos, obese. watching calories and exercising. still gaining weight. gp given up. can anyone please help me lose weight?!

Accepted Answer

Weight loss: Often a matter of will power and persistence.  Simple math.  If you use more energy than you take in you will lose weight.  Try 3 small meals a day, leaving table not feeling stuffed.  No snacks, no soft drinks, no alcohol and regular exercise (walk 3 miles a day).  You are the only person who can help you lose weight.

Question 3

if i'm obese will my child be obese?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: However, the chance for your offspring to become obese does increase.

Question 4

how can children avoid becoming obese?

Accepted Answer

Obesity avoidance: Sedentary lifestyle (not enough exercise), excessive portion size and high sugar/carbohydrate/fat/processed food diets are the most prevalent culprits in childhood obesity.   All family members should be engaged in healthy lifestyles to prevent obesity in both short and long term.

Question 5

how does child obesity affect the health?

Accepted Answer

Adversely: Obesity should be considered as the mother of ill health, especially in children, who will get more complications from the longer time to develop complications like heart disease, type 2 diabetes  etc

Question 6

are obesity cases in children on the rise?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The overall trend in childhood  obesity has increased over the past 10 years. This has become a more recognized problem in schools and fortunately some systems are making more changes by eliminating vending machines and providing more balanced and nutritious meals during lunch. Hopefully this will make an impact in the long term but as of now the incidence is still rising.

Question 7

are there any exercises for obese children?

Accepted Answer

Exercises: Yes, but you don't need to focus on any specific exercise. Just get them to be active, play a sport, ride a bike, etc.  The other huge component is nutrition. You need to minimize the amount of sugar, carbs, fat, that they eat. Cut out the candy, soda, ice cream, fruit punch, fast food, etc.  Keep this stuff out of the house, and it will make everyone healthy.

Question 8

why do you think child obesity is prevalent?

Accepted Answer

Child Obesity: Many factors play a role. Genes from family first of all increase the tendency for obesity. Then bigger role is of diet and life style. It's not only the child but the whole family's lifestyle. Eating high carb high fat content foods, lack of physical exercise and on top of that lack of parental education about child obesity and it's health hazards. We have to act as a team to prevent these hazard.

Question 9

how does obesity specifically affect children?

Accepted Answer

See below: Metabolic syndrome consisting of hyperlipidemia, hyperglycemia, and hypertension is often noted. Some other effects are: fatty liver, PCOS, slipped capital femoral epiphysis, bowing of legs, increased incidence of headache, flat feet, and low self esteem.

Question 10

what foods should i make for my obese children?

Accepted Answer

Healthy foods/ exerc: Children need to eat healthy diets and avoid many of the high calorie/ high fat foods that are marketed to them. Avoiding greasy, fatty, fast foods is sooo important. Limiting high calorie beverages such as soda and excessive fruit juice is essential. Baking or grilling versus frying is recommended. Healthy snack choices should be presented instead of chips and candy. Of course-exercise-stay activ.

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