Addressing Childhood Obesity and Malnutrition
Childhood overweight and obesity rates have increased over the last several decades and remain high. Childhood overweight and obesity put young children at risk for various health problems in later life. This course presents information about early childhood obesity and strategies for addressing obesity and promoting healthy behaviors in childcare. When successfully implemented, these strategies can help to improve the health of all children in your care.
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