he preschool years are a time of great gains, but if the gains include too much weight, it’s time to take action.

学龄前期间是收获时期，若要收获体重，那就要采取行动。

In the U.S., obesity among low-income preschoolers has declined.

在美国，低收入学龄前儿童的肥胖数量减少。

Still, 1 in 8 preschoolers is obese.

但仍有八分之一学龄前肥胖。

These children are more likely to become obese adults and suffer lifelong health problems.

肥胖很有可能伴随他们到成人，并患上终身健康问题。

More can be done to continue to reduce childhood obesity rates.

我们可采取多种措施降低儿童肥胖率。

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State and local officials can make it easier for families to buy healthy, affordable food and beverages in their neighborhood, and help create safe, convenient places for children to play.

各州和各地方官员要让民众在社区更容易买到健康、廉价的食物和饮料。帮助建造适于儿童玩耍的安全便利场所。

Health care providers should routinely measure children’s height, weight, and body mass index, and make recommendations about nutrition and physical activity.

医生要定期检查儿童身高、体重以及身体质量指数，推荐食用营养品和进行体育锻炼。

Parents and child care providers should serve fruits, vegetables, and other nutritious foods for meals and snacks; make water easily available;

父母和医生要给孩子的用餐和小吃提供水果、蔬菜以及其它营养食品；提供便利水源，

limit screen time; and encourage preschoolers to be active every day.

限制电视时间；鼓励儿童每天进行活动。