Why Take Weight Loss Action Now ?
Parents often wonder about the seriousness of their child's weight issue. Many parents feel that their child will simply outgrow the extra weight. Many others believe that weight loss for kids and teens is only necessary for obese children, not those with 20 or 30 pounds to lose.
With your child’s health and well-being in mind, we urge you to consider the following:
5 Reasons to Take Action Now
- $550,000. This is the estimated cost of a person continuing with weight issues from teen years through adulthood. These costs include lost income due to early death, lower wages from discrimination, as well as medical complications due to weight. To read more about the costs of excess weight, click here.
- In a landmark 2008 study, it was shown that nearly 90% of overweight teens became obese adults. Obesity in adulthood significantly increases the risk of medical conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, stroke, and many forms of cancer. For a projection of your child’s future weight, click here.
- Overweight teens are extremely likely to have low self-esteem; many overweight teens are diagnosed with clinical depression.
- Overweight in adolescents has been correlated to poor academic performance.
- Overweight teens are much less likely to graduate from high school and go on to college.
The Good News: Research reveals that even moderate weight loss results in remarkable improvements in mood, attitude, outlook, energy level, fitness and health.
Wellspring sees it every day—improved fitness and weight loss is a tremendous catalyst for physical, emotional, and social changes.
Don’t wait to invest in a healthier, happier child.
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