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Jenvey, Vickii B. – Early Child Development and Care, 2007
It has often been proposed that young (three to six years old) children's television viewing habits contribute to early-onset obesity. Three explanations that link television viewing patterns of young children with the development of obesity are considered. First, television viewing displaces time available for physical activity, reduces energy…
Descriptors: Young Children, Physical Activities, Obesity, Childrens Television
Ward, Carroll L. – Journal of School Nursing, 2008
The prevalence of overweight in Mexican American children has been increasing at a steady rate over the past few years. People of Mexican origin make up the largest proportion of the Hispanic population, which has been reported by the U.S. Census Bureau to be the fastest growing ethnic group in the United States. The purpose of this integrative…
Descriptors: Obesity, Physical Activities, Mexican Americans, School Nurses
Samuels, Christina A. – Education Week, 2006
The soft-drink industry vowed to voluntarily curb selling sugary sodas and other high-calorie beverages in schools, a move that was taken under threat of litigation by critics who see the industry as a prime culprit in a national obesity crisis. The promise offered no guarantee that schools would go along with the restrictions, though many…
Descriptors: Obesity, Children, Food, Industry
Epstein, Leonard H.; Leddy, John J.; Temple, Jennifer L.; Faith, Myles S. – Psychological Bulletin, 2007
Eating represents a choice among many alternative behaviors. The purpose of this review is to provide an overview of how food reinforcement and behavioral choice theory are related to eating and to show how this theoretical approach may help organize research on eating from molecular genetics through treatment and prevention of obesity. Special…
Descriptors: Reinforcement, Obesity, Genetics, Psychotherapy
Beckman, Lauren Lautenschlager; Smith, Chery – Journal of Agricultural Education, 2008
Unhealthful eating patterns established early in life tend to be maintained into adulthood, and as a result, chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and obesity may develop. These nutrition-related problems could be reduced through dietary changes; and to facilitate these changes, nutrition education for youth that is delivered…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Obesity, Heart Disorders, Nutrition

Krieshok, Susan I.; Karpowitz, Dennis H. – Journal of Counseling and Development, 1988
Examines research involving physiological and psychological factors possibly related to obesity. Reveals that attempts to treat obesity often exacerbate problem. Recommends highly desired foods be included in treatment with controlled access to minimize loss of freedom perceived by individual. (Author/ABL)
Descriptors: Counseling Techniques, Dietetics, Food, Obesity
Albert, Janice L.; Samuda, Pauline M.; Molina, Veronika; Regis, Theresa Marietta; Severin, Merlyn; Finlay, Betty; Prevost, Jacqueline Lancaster – Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 2007
Obesity, cardiovascular diseases, and diabetes are becoming leading causes of morbidity and mortality in the Eastern Caribbean countries of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Saint Lucia, Grenada, and Dominica. To promote healthful diets and lifestyles and encourage behavioral changes, Food-Based Dietary Guidelines (FBDG) were developed for the…
Descriptors: Obesity, Field Tests, Dietetics, Guidelines
Kennedy, Mike – American School & University, 2007
At the Gates Chili High School near Rochester, New York, the cafeteria and kitchen are getting an overdue overhaul. Deep fryers and the fat-soaked foods that come dripping out of them are no longer welcome in the kitchens and dining halls of a growing number of the nation's schools and universities. Likewise, heavily marketed sugary soft drinks…
Descriptors: Obesity, Nutrition Instruction, Lunch Programs, Child Health
Faith, Myles S.; Fontaine, Kevin R.; Baskin, Monica L.; Allison, David B. – Psychological Bulletin, 2007
The authors reviewed the evidential basis of three environmental approaches to reducing population obesity: What are the effects of (a) taxing or subsidizing foods, (b) manipulating the ease of food access, and (c) restricting access to certain foods? A narrative review evaluated evidence using National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute criteria.…
Descriptors: Obesity, Eating Habits, Public Health, Health Behavior
Gleason, Philip; Briefel, Ronette; Wilson, Ander; Dodd, Allison Hedley – Mathematica Policy Research, Inc., 2009
We used data from the School Nutrition Dietary Assessment III Study to examine the dietary patterns of school meal program participants and nonparticipants and the relationship between school meal participation and children's BMI and risk of overweight or obesity. School Breakfast Program (SBP) participants consumed more low nutrient energy dense…
Descriptors: Obesity, International Schools, Lunch Programs, Breakfast Programs
Willet, Walter C.; Stampfer, Meir J. – Scientific American, 2003
Discusses the old food guide pyramid released in 1992 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Contradicts the message that fat is bad, which was presented to the public by nutritionists, and the effects of plant oils on cholesterol. Introduces a new food pyramid. (YDS)
Descriptors: Dietetics, Food, Health Education, Nutrition
Shields, A. Tamlyn – International Journal of Behavioral Consultation and Therapy, 2009
Obesity prevalence has doubled among adults and overweight has tripled among children since 1980. This article discusses behavioral approaches to the obesity epidemic, focusing on recent environmental changes, the resulting behaviors, and possible solutions. Over the last 4 decades, time spent in sedentary activities, the consumption of fast food,…
Descriptors: Obesity, Health Promotion, Health Behavior, Food
Laitsch, Daniel A. – McGill Journal of Education, 2009
This review examined 117 research articles using a policy framework generated in previous research. Findings include: students are experiencing both food insecurity and an "epidemic of obesity"; policymakers remain focused on achievement; provinces address nutrition in isolation; poverty is a significant contributor; restriction of food…
Descriptors: Obesity, Nurses, Nutrition, Child Health
Zieff, Susan G.; Veri, Maria J. – Quest, 2009
This article examines the obesity, health, and physical activity discourses of the past 35 years in the context of the United States with particular reference to five social sectors: the biomedical domain; the popular media; nonprofit foundations, centers and agencies; various national and multinational corporations; and government at all levels.…
Descriptors: Physical Education, Obesity, Physical Activities, Public Health
Maimon, Martin – Exchange: The Early Childhood Leaders' Magazine Since 1978, 2008
Child care professionals are in a unique position to teach children healthy lifestyle habits. It is not easy, but quality programs are getting it done. One factor that determines the quantity and quality of physical activity in child care settings is the education and training of staff, and learning basic strategies for promoting healthy food…
Descriptors: Obesity, Physical Activities, Eating Habits, Physical Activity Level