Educação física escolar no auxílio ao combate a obesidade infantil

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Childhood obesity is a growing concern in contemporary society. It is associated with a number of health risks, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes and psychological problems. A sedentary lifestyle, combined with unbalanced diets, has contributed to the alarming increase in the prevalence of obesity amon children. Given this scenario, it is essential to adopt measures to combat childhood obesity, with a particular focus on including School Physical Education in this process. OBJECTIVES: This work aims to analyze the impact of school physical education in combating childhood obesity. The aim is to verify how school physical education can be effective in preventing and treating obesity in children, highlighting its benefits for physical and mental health. Furthermore, this summary aims to highlight the importance of promoting an active lifestyle at younger ages. METHODOLOGY: This is a literature review study. RESULTS: Given the studies carried out through a review of the literature on the specific topic, it can be seen that researchers generally elucidated the importance of school physical activities as well as changing eating habits, exercise habits and mentality across the entire school. school community, including and especially the students. The benefits of systematized and guided practice of school physical exercises contribute to the considerable fight against childhood obesity, as well as promoting, according to the authors researched, the practice of regular physical activities, recreational activities, nutritional re-education and increased participation among family members. FINAL CONSIDERATIONS: School physical education proves to be an effective means of combating this problem, providing substantial benefits for children. However, it is crucial to take a multi-faceted approach,involving families, schools and communities, in order to encourage children to become more active; as well as training physical education teachers. Public policies, school programs and parental awareness play an important role in this process. Trying not to remain just passive researchers in this review, the authors offered some possibilities for a first step in the fight against childhood obesity that requires collaborative and continuous efforts, aiming to guarantee a healthier future for future generations.