Back in the day childhood obesity was almost unseen; unheard of, nowadays it's hard to see a child who isn't overweight. But almost everywhere you turn there is some form of marketing towards young children and teens. Sugary cereals coat the television screens, unhealthy salty overloaded chips and snacks line the grocery stores, greasy artery clogging burgers pop up in magazines.
But food isn't the only problem. Let's address activity. Kids are more interested in video games, the Internet, their i-pod than going out and actually playing. I think it's important for parents to get involved and start incorporating activities into their children's schedule. Find games to play that makes them move around... get them to skip rope, go for a bike ride, roller-skate, go swimming etc. Maybe even see if they are interested in sports, then let them join little league or football. There is a world of possibilities out there. Again, you are their example. If you go out for a morning or evening walk, take them with you.
Off course it is also important to have children supplement with a proper quality multi-vitamin and some healthy fish oils. When a child is overweight they need to cut back on their calories, so also having naturally sweetened protein shakes on hand will help them reach their goal. Protein powders are easy to mix, come in delicious flavours and can be blended with fruits, berries and/or non-fat yoghurts. This can be made quickly and usually replaces one of their meals. 
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