... is that it is okay for them to drink it constantly in place of other more nutritious beverages. This marketing strategy leaves out many essential facts about soda's effects on nutrition and overall health, especially in children and teen's. While teens are developing during their puberty years, almost half of the adult skeleton is still being formed and another 15 percent ... soda does not contain any sugar, it also contains caffeine that leads to increased loss of bone.) Since there are empty calories in soda, teens are missing out on good nutrition, while still taking in enough calori...

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... appreciated. Overweight and obese children should not be made to feel different. Teachers and schools can play a major role in preventing obesity. Teachers should spend more time on healthy eating, nutrition, basic cooking skills, and choosing nutritious meals. Teachers should encourage children to drink water and to limit soft drinks. Plan for healthy snacks and provide healthy options like fresh fruit ... weather or limited space, often times physical education is forced to use a classroom. This is a good time to promote exercise. Allow students to suggest the benefits of exercise. Em...

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