Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico Obesity Management Web Site for Providers

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Home Continuing Medical Education Practice Guidelines BMI Determination Tools Patient Education Tools Obesity Management Glossary Adult Weight Loss Information Childrens Weight Loss Information Eating Disorders Nutrition Tools Physical Activity Tools BCBSNM Web Resources Weight Loss Handouts from the VA Blue Distinction Centers		The rate of obesity has doubled over the last 30 years in adolescents, and tripled in younger children. A number of medical problems previously seen only in adults are now appearing in this age group because of obesity. Here is some expert guidance for the parents of such children. Surgeon General's Call To Action to Prevent and Decrease Overweight and Obesity in Children and Adolescents Helping your child with healthy eating and physical activity Helping your overweight child

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