A importância da educação física na obesidade infantil

Abstract

Childhood obesity is a major public health issue that increases the rate of child disease and mortality. The main purpose of this research was to comprehend the importance of Physical Education at school as a prevention factor against childhood obesity. The methodology used in this research was a literature review, including a search for published articles through online scientific databases. A poor diet and a sedentary lifestyle are considered by the authors as the main causes of obesity. The practice of physical activity on a daily basis and a change of diet are conducts that will contribute to losing excess weight. Demonstrating the positive points and guiding children about having a healthy life is the role of parents and school. It is important that the school develops a work together with the children, so that it promotes an awareness about the problem and so that it can encourage students to take the practice of physical activity as something pleasurable and not monotonous and mandatory.