Addressing childhood obesity for type 2 diabetes prevention: Challenges and opportunities

Abstract

Addressing the problem of childhood obesity is an important component of preventing type 2 diabetes. Although children and their families ultimately make decisions about diet, physical activity, and obesity management, many groups have a role in making these choices easier. They do this by providing families with tools and resources and by implementing policies and practices that support a healthy diet and physical activity in the places where children and their families spend their time. Diabetes educators are an important part of the solution.