BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: A cause near and dear to his heart…follow Seth Margolies on his own personal mission to save our nation’s children from childhood obesity.

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Be proactive not reactive to the childhood obesity epidemic. Plain and simple solutions expose children to healthy eating habits.

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Dr. Richard H. Carmona, 17th Surgeon General of the United States, opens up about the lack of prevention and understanding concerning health and wellness. Particularly important to him, is the onset of the childhood obesity epidemic in America. He has profound words of wisdom for bettering our current healthcare situation and the possible damaging ripple effects it will cause in our society if not addressed immediately.

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Obesity is not only an individual’s problem it has become society’s problem. Children are especially susceptible to this disease. Role models and parents need to show children how to think independently and make good choices for themselves. Bariatric surgery is not the easy way out, but for some patients it is the first time in their lives they have used their own decision-making process. Now they can begin taking the necessary steps to regain control of their lives by getting a second chance to improve their quality of life.

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Childhood obesity has tripled over the last three decades. Obesity is now considered the most prevalent nutritional disease among children. Carrying obesity into adulthood increases the potential for developing serious and often life-threatening medical conditions. Adopting a healthy lifestyle in childhood is the most practical way to prevent obesity.