The occurrence and development of childhood obesity is the result of genetic, environmental, socio-economic and cultural factors. Obesity is closely related to nutrition. High-energy-density diet, unhealthy eating behavior, low physical activity level and static lifestyle are all considered as important factors affecting childhood obesity.

Obese children should pay attention to the following two principles in diet:

1, a balanced diet. Children should keep the diversity of food in their diet, pay attention to the collocation of meat and vegetables, and ensure the intake of fish, meat, milk, beans and vegetables. Three meals a day, with an interval of 4-5 hours; The proportion of three meals should be appropriate. According to the proportion of energy provided to the total energy of the whole day, breakfast accounts for 30%, lunch accounts for 40% and dinner accounts for 30%. Ensure adequate supply of protein, vitamins and minerals on the premise of controlling total energy.

2. Cultivate healthy eating behavior. Healthy eating behavior is the key to reduce childhood obesity. Including: eat less fried food and limit the intake of sugar; Drink less or no sugary drinks; Three meals should be regular, regular and quantitative, and try to eat at home or school; Control the amount of food you eat, don't be hungry, don't overeat; Eat snacks reasonably, especially when watching TV; Make sure you have a good breakfast and don't eat too much at dinner.