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David Ludwig, MD, PhD
While recent studies suggest that the rates of childhood obesity are leveling off, David S. Ludwig, MD, PhD, director of the Optimal Weight for Life Clinic at Children's Hospital Boston, suggests that the rates of childhood obesity are still at epidemic levels and parents can help to serve as the first line of defense in preventing obesity in their children.
1. When did childhood obesity become an epidemic and what factors would you say led to that? [2.3MB/ 1:10] View clip...

2. What health problems related to obesity and poor eating and exercise habits are you seeing in young children that you have never seen before? [2.5MB/ 1:16] View clip...

3. A recent report by the CDC stated that childhood obesity is leveling off? Do you agree? [1.7MB/ :50] View clip...

4. What role do genetics play in a child's weight? [1.3MB/ :39] View clip...

5. What is the difference between being overweight and obese? [2.6MB/ 1:16]
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6. How young is too young to be on a diet? [1.1MB/ :33] View clip...

7. How does the Optimal Weight for Life Program help families develop and maintain a healthful lifestyle? [1.9MB/ :56] View clip...

8. What can parents do to help their children develop healthful eating habits? [1.9MB/ :58] View clip...

9. Explain the glycemic index and how it's different than the way people were taught about food growing up. [3.7MB/ 1:51] View clip...

10. How has the food pyramid changed in recent years? [3.1MB/ 1:32] View clip...

11. What are some examples of trans fat foods? [2.2MB/ 1:08] View clip...

12. What should you never put in your shopping cart? [1.2MB/ :37] View clip...

13. What are five simple things adults and children can do to have an immediate positive impact on their health? [3.1MB/ 1:32] View clip...

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