Summary: September is Childhood Obesity Month, a month designed to focus our attention on the health and weight issues of today’s youth. More than 23 million children are overweight in the US, that’s 1 in every 3 children. This epidemic puts nearly one third of America’s children at early risk for Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and even stroke – conditions usually associated with adulthood. <br><br> America's most revered fitness expert, the one and only, Richard Simmons join melanie Cole M.S. to discuss this epidemic of obesity and give valuable advice for parents on how to take control of their childs health and help get them to a healthier weight and healthier lives.
