Atividades recreativas: uma alternativa para o controle da obesidade infantil

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: The study investigated how recreational activities can combat childhood obesity by promoting an inclusive environment that promotes children's physical and emotional well-being. OBJECTIVES: Identify whether recreational activities present an alternative for controlling childhood obesity. METHODOLOGY: A literature review was carried out to address recreational activity as an alternative for controlling childhood obesity. RESULTS: Playful physical activities, together with a healthy diet resulted in a significant improvement not only in the control and prevention of childhood obesity, but in social aspects of inclusion, favoring the physical and emotional well-being of children. FINAL CONSIDERATIONS: Recreation presents itself as an effective approach to combating childhood obesity, as it transforms physical activity into something pleasurable and motivating for children.