End Childhood Obesity

You will find many links on this website that all speak to the same problem: the existence of pandemic childhood obesity. Virtually every program that Collective Roots offers is concerned with childrens' health. This page will provide a portal to the many links on this site and others that feature information or resources about childhood obesity.

Why not start by watching this inspiring video about Childhood Obesity...it doesn't overwhelm you with too much information and provides a visual introduction to this important topic:

Next, watch this report that goes a little deeper into the issue:

Even Elmo is on board with the issue!

Ok, now go outside and play and get some exercise!

Alright, now for some serious stuff:

Lack of food not the cause of obesity among low income children?

Pediatric Advocacy Program at Lucile Packard Hospital at Stanford supports food system change.

Get Healthy San Mateo Obesity Prevention Taskforce support food system change.

Health Care and food system change: connecting the dots.

Nutrition and food production systems: a role for health care institutions.