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Childhood Obesity: Causes and Implications

At a time, when the world is chanting good health and physical fitness, we see people getting into shape, taking up various activities to stay fit, but somewhere down the line, we are overlooking the health of our kids. Child obesity is a growing concern amongst kids wherein a vast majority have their BMI Index dangling between overweight and obese. If not controlled, the increasing weight can lead to several medical conditions. Dr Abhishek Sharma, a renowned child specialist in Faridabad, Delhi has been practising in the medical and child healthcare centre for over 10 years. Here, he explains the various factors which lead up to obesity in children. There are various reasons which can cause childhood obesity. Eating habits are the primary reason for the weight to increase. It’s no surprise that kids love junk food and sugary treats however this is the main culprit which needs to be adjusted. Oily food and excessive sugar can easily lead to diabetes, high cholesterol, blood pressure

How to Build Your Baby’s Immune System?

Every parent wishes for their bundle of joy to be healthy and strong. In a world of life-threatening viruses and diseases, it’s important to take the right steps to protect the little one. Immunity in new-born babies is very weak at the time of birth and takes time to develop gradually. The short term immunity developed inside the mother’s womb lasts only a few weeks after birth post which the baby starts to develop its own internal protection. Under right guidance and care, parents can easily secure their child’s health and well-being. Dr. Abhishek Sharma , a renowned best  pediatrician in Faridabad , Delhi has been practicing in the medical and child healthcare centre for over 10 years. The common question he frequently has to answer is how to protect the new born against germs and bacteria. Although the care and concern behind the question differs from parent to parent, the answer remains the same – building the child’s immunity. New-born baby’s treatment against stomach viruses,