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Fixing the global childhood obesity epidemic begins with making healthy choices the easier choices – and that requires new laws and policies (theconversation.com)
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Obese children outnumber underweight ones globally, and ‘social determinants’ in kids’ lived environments play a fundamental role. Obesity in kids can lead to a lifetime of poor health.

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[–] readbeanicecream@kbin.social 3 points 2 years ago

It would also help if healthy, fresh foods were less expensive and unhealthy treats/desserts/junk food were more expensive. Some families cannot afford to eat healthy.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has described five broad categories of social determinants of health. These include:

  • economic stability
  • education access and quality
  • health care access and quality
  • neighborhood and the built environment, such as access to sidewalks and playgrounds
  • social and community context