causes of obesity among school children and prevention strategies Child obesity has always been a health concern both nationally and internationally. However, for the past few years, the number of children suffering from obesity has adversely increased. The cost of obesity is high because it leads to health complications among future populations. Previous research shows that child obesity is caused by environmental, genetic, and behavioral factors. Therefore, it is important to analyze the causes of child obesity to help promote health among the younger generation. Several researchers have investigated the causes of child obesity. They include Karnik and Kanekar (2012), Martinovic et al. (2015), and Telford (2017). A study by Karnik and Kanekir showed that behavioral factors like a sedentary lifestyle cause obesity among children. Studies by Martinovic et al. (2015) and Telford (2017) show that child obesity puts a child at health risks, which can be physical, emotional, and social. The paper investigates the causes of obesity among school children and prevention strategies. The following research question will be considered in the study: What causes obesity among school children…
The Best Cat Food of 2019 Sheba Perfect Portions Paté Wet Cat Food Tray Variety Packs (Rating 9.38) The Sheba Perfect Portions Paté comes in 24, twin pack trays with a total of 48 servings. Each tray contains 12 savory chicken entrees, six roasted turkey entrees, and six tender beef entrees. The food trays are easy to use; snap, peel, and serve. The individual trays contain fresh meals meaning that you’ll have less messy leftovers. The cat food is made without grains, corn, soy, or wheat and also lacks artificial flavors and preservatives. You can be sure that your feline gets the best possible quality with Sheba. The flavors are delightfully pleasurable, while the textures are light, smooth, and savory. There are a few flavors available, including salmon/chicken, chicken/turkey, salmon/whitefish, & tuna, to name a few. Sheba cat food is made using quality ingredients with essential minerals and vitamins for a balanced cat diet. The portions are in convenient sizes, avoiding the scenario of messy leftovers. The easy-to-open trays make mealtimes easy since no can openers are necessary. Key Features:…
Psychosis, Depression, and Diabetes in Mental Health Introduction In mental health, depression, diabetes, and psychosis relate to one another. The diagnosis of one condition might lead to the other. The paper explores specific issues concerned and why the matter is significant. It also outlines current approaches or best practices in mental health treatment, linking to the role of the nurse practitioner in the process of medication. The paper also delves into the health professionals involved in the procedures of depression, diabetes, and psychosis condition. It also offers best practices, legal, and polices employed in mental health treatment. Case Study Mr. Jackson is a 46 years old engineer. He has come to the hospital, escorted with his brother, Mr. James, complaining of migraines and lack of concentration in his work. He says that the concentration span at his workplace has reduced. By history, he reveals that he is a single dad taking care of two daughters without their mum. His wife divorced him two years ago over family issues. He tried reaching out to marriage counselors, but their problem could not…
Obesity in adolescents Obesity in adolescents is one of the serious health issues globally. The World Health Organization, (2017), estimates that one in ten adolescents aged between five and seventeen years in the world are obese and overweight. Poor eating habits, physical inactivity, and sedentary lifestyle among adolescents have been identified as significant causes of teenage obesity. Several young people consume a high quantity of fast foods and sweetened beverages with less regard for family meals. As a result, there is a disproportion between calorie consumption and energy expenditure. As teenagers increasingly rely on food and snacks with a disproportionately significant percentage of saturated fats, salt and sugar, the relationship between unhealthy eating habits and resulting health disorders become more evident. Teenagers who are obese have higher levels of body fat than lean body weight. The body mass index (BMI) is generally used to assess a person’s weight in relation to height. According to Adams (2005), BMI is the ratio of weight to height squared and is correlated with body fats. When the BMI is higher, it means the proportion…
5 Important Advice for Solo Travelers Do you love traveling alone? Then you need to know what you have to be doing when you are new to any tourist destination. Solo traveling is one of the best ways to get to know many things about the countries you visit. For years solo travelers have increased over time due to the enjoyment and experience others give as testimonials after travelling. So, if you want to tour many countries in a without limits then ensure you do it alone. Here are five essential advice you need to have on your fingertips as a solo traveler. Use Booking Websites If you are a new solo traveler, you need to understand that things are not easy out here. You can get issues when you want to book a hotel or a rental car that will be taking you from the airport to your hotel or place of residence. When you use a booking website, you are safer, and you will get services faster and high-quality. Therefore, if you want to simplify your solo travel,…
College Football in The South. “Football is not a sport that ends; it is also eternal. And spiritual things are eternal.” The statement that describes the religious and spiritual relationship that exists between fans and SEC football in the south of America. Southeastern Conference is a sporty institution conference which is found primarily in the south of the United States. With fans from all over, SEC football has become so popular that people come from far and wide to be part of the action. It does not depend on whether their team emerges victorious or ends up in the last sport; the fans are ever loyal. Some may even argue that SEC football is more of a religion than it is a sport. A covenant that exists between the fans and the game. The fans are devoted to their college football teams, and the love grows stronger with every championship season. It is a religion that is rooted deep inside their hearts, and this kind of love and worship cannot be tampered with. SEC football has grown its popularity through…
Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant in Treating Sickle-Cell Disease Introduction Sickle-cell disease (SCD) is a life-threatening condition that affects the blood and several body organs. The illness was first reported in 1910 by Herrick (Inusa et al., 2019). It is defined as a disorder that is genetically inherited and occurs when the single amino acid glutamic acid is substituted to valine in the sixth position of the β-chain of hemoglobin, which is known as hemoglobin S (HBS) (Aljuburi, 2014). The disorder modifies the standard shape of red blood cells (RBC). The change in the shape of the RBCs is known as sickling because they attain a sickle-shape, and their ability to carry oxygen is limited. The modified RBCs often stick within blood vessels and reduce blood flow to various body parts (Kato, Steinberg& Gladwin, 2017). They have a short lifespan, and this may lead to anaemia. Sickle-cell anaemia affects multiple organs and systems in the body, and it has both acute and chronic complications, which can be fatal. The complexity of the disorder poses challenges to patients, their families, and medical…
Effects of pH and Temperature on Enzymes Reaction in Foods Containing Starch Introduction Enzymes are described as proteins that act as catalytic agents (Brooker, Widmaier, Graham & Stiling, 2011). Similar to most proteins, enzymes are synthesized by the cell’s ribosomes. They react with certain substrate to enhance the level of the cell’s chemical reaction. Reactions would be much slower without enzymes and organisms would not be able to perform the most basic functions, like digesting food or breathing. Amylase is a variety of enzyme, which has a dynamic site grouped in subsites, whereby each houses a residue of glucose (Talamond, Noirot & de Kochko, 2005). It breaks down starch to glucose, enabling food to have a sweet taste. Sweet potatoes are an example of an amylase in the natural world. When they are not ready for harvesting, the amylase has not yet broken down the starch, however, by the time they are harvested, the reaction has been finished thus giving the sweet potatoes that distinctive sweet taste. To that extent, through the use of a sweet potato, the objective of…
Mental Health and Physical Disorders Introduction The characteristics of mental illness predispose people to other health issues such as physical injury. Mental health involves a person’s social, emotional, and psychological wellbeing. The state of a person’s mental health significantly determines their behavior, emotional processing, and decision-making (Hillside, 2019). A mentally healthy person can maintain a healthy lifestyle, while a mentally ill person is unable to maintain a stable lifestyle. Physical health involves nutrition and physical activity. The link between mental health and physical health hinges on these two aspects and can spill to the immune system and health condition. Thesis Statement: The ability of a mentally challenged person to maintain adequate nutrition and physical activity predisposes them to physical health issues. Depression and Immunity Depression suppresses T cells, which are essential in fighting bacteria, viruses, and other disease-causing microorganisms, making the body vulnerable to more diseases. A mentally ill person is likely to remain sick for more extended periods due to the compromised state of immunity and expose the individual to experience severe allergies such as asthma (Hillside, 2019). Besides,…
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Abstract Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is associated with a pattern of lack of attention, or an impulsive hyperactive that acts to interfere with functioning and the development of the brain. ADHD medications pose serious side effects to patients, and the dosage has to be changed from time to time. Most of the drugs used in the management of ADHD are stimulants that tend to increase the functioning of the brain. The issue of side effects from medication always gives a challenge in that the victim gets two conditions to cater for; treatment of ADHD and managing the effects of side effects from the medication prescribed. The adverse effects of medication for ADHD that include loss of sleep, loss of appetite, delayed growths and rebound when the medication wears off, make natural therapy the best option to take. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is associated with a pattern of lack of attention, or an impulsive hyperactive that acts to interfere with functioning and the development of the brain. Attention deficit refers to the fact that an individual has severe difficulties…