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Improving Communication in the Workplace Business communication forms an important aspect in the growth and development of an organization. Many organizations have worked their best to ensure communication in the workplace works at the best way possible through introducing different communication management incentive. Communication acts as a mean of transmitting information increasing the understanding amongst workers. Moreover, communication forms a vital and fundamental managerial function in all organizations. Most organizations draw a line between lower class employees made up of regular company employees and upper class people made up managers and company executives. The present of managerial lines affects the communication process because the lower line people fear approaching their bosses. Manages should understand how employees in their organizations communicate in order to avoid instances of poor productivity because of misunderstanding among employees or between employees and their seniors. There are many differen t types of communication flows that are used in organizations. Communication flow involves upwards, downwards, lateral and horizontal flows and managers should have skills of dealing with each type of the flow (Lehman and Dufrene, 2013). I work as the manger at Revolution Cleaners where communication has been a major concern from the past. The following discussion will analyze Revolution Cleaner’s Company communication process and ways of making it more perfect. Revolution Cleaners is a small company that has created a managerial communication line between the upper class and the lower class of employees. As a manager, something ought to be done to ensure that communication process in the organization prevails and yields better returns at the end. Objectives The objectives of this discussion are: 1. To look for ways of improving communication with all Revolution Cleaners staff members, 2. To improve manager’s communication skills, 3. To bringing the management team together, 4. To encourage all staff to become productive because we communicate better with one another, and 5. To be able to present to my managers earning brownie points, maybe even a raise. Discussion How to improve communication with staff members The current situation at Revolution Cleaners calls for an immediate attention because the company lacks perfect communication channels between staff members and managers. The company has approximately 50 employees who work in the 5 store fronts located in the metro area and delivery services. Coordinating all these people requires knowledge and skills of a perfect management. An effective performance in an organization requires open communication, staff development, quality listening skills and employee relationship building among other qualities. As such, an effective manager should ensure communication at the workplace is maintained and staff members have the freedom to communicate with one another irrespective of the rank in the company. Most employees at Revolution Cleaners spend a good amount of their time at workplace as they offer services to the company customers. The rest of the time is spent while on delivery services representing time spent in the external environment that also calls for effective communication skills. Communication has been a burning issue in most organizations as managers and executives look into new ways of streamlining communication flow processes in the work place. Revolution Cleaners experiences both upward and downward communication flows because it consists of lower and upper management. In improving communication with Revolution, the manager should focus on the following factors. Firstly, the management should ensure that all staff members know their colleagues. Revolution Cleaners is a small company of 50 employees, therefore, each employee must know one another. In addition, the upper management should know at least 20 employees from the company. The following factor will assist in improving communication because it eliminates awkward behaviors presented by some employees towards their fellows. Secondly, an effective team building process should be introduced to the company. The manager should bring together the upper management and lower management as a team working towards a specific goal. Teambuilding encourages interpersonal and group communication in an organization. In addition, the teams will discover each other’s human needs, gain trust amongst them and motivate others to perform well in the business activities (Lehman and Dufrene, 2013). Thirdly, I will avoid getting personal when it comes to business issues. Most managers disclose all their problems in the workplace using employees as a means of releasing private stresses. Introducing personal issues in workplace destroys the relationship between managers and employees. In addition, controlling personal emotions in workplace is a crucial aspect that contributes to building a good relationship with colleagues and junior employees. Finally, a manager should learn how to listen to other people’s points of view. An organization cannot be run by a manager alone but requires ideas from other staff members. Learning how to listen to other staff members increases the closeness between the upper management and lower management narrowing the communication line (Lalo, 2009). Improving manager’s communication skills Communication skills are crucial in the daily management of an organization. According to Nelson and Economy (2005), an effective organization communication starts with the skills that a manager possesses in building the organizational communication foundation. Organizations should design various formats of communication that ensure information travels from one staff member to the next in an effective and convenient manner. At Revolution Cleaners, communication skills should be taught to every employee. As a manager I will ensure the following takes place in order to improve my communication skills. Firstly, I will use the most technologically advanced modes of communication in order to ensure every staff member receives every message sent. For instance, the company has had many problems in preparing spoken and written messages. The written messages will be presented using the BCOM format. People receiving the message should have an understanding on how and why to share the message. Moreover, the message should create an audience by using attractive words that do not intimidate staff members. In addition, the message should be free of mistakes and common errors capable of misleading the intended audience. Secondly, I would ensure that the agenda of any meeting meets the audience expectations by thorough preparation and carrying out a complete research on the main topic of discussion. Most managers fail in delivering the expected messages because they drift from the main agenda and focus on other matters not included in the main discussion points. The messages delivered should be perfectly organized based on the points conveyed to the audience. In addition, managers should know how to deliver good and neutral messages to employees. Depending on the type of message, proper preparation should take place to avoid misleading other staff members by delivering the wrong message to the right audience. An effective workplace communication at Revolution Cleaners will ensure a correct and smooth flow of information from the upper management to the lower management. Bringing management team together A good manager should have the capability of bringing his or her team of employees together. After a survey with Revolution Cleaners Company staff members 20 of the respondents claimed to be satisfied with the company’s plans and progress, while 20 others were not satisfied. This is an indication that both the upper and lower management do not effectively bring the employees together. The responsibility falls to the company manager who should encourage the other managers to work together with the staff members. The best way of bringing management team together is by communication using the current technology. I will introduce electronic communication in my system because it is more efficient and reliable. Three types of electronic communication will be utilized; communication through text messages, emailing, and instant messaging. All upper and lower managers should have personal emails where the manager can send messages. According to Lehman and Dufrene (2013), most organizat ions use emails as the common method of electronic communication. The use of emails introduces a fast and convenient means of communicating information within an organization management and employees. In addition, the managers should ensure their mobile phones are on all the time in case a message is sent through a text. Texting through mobile phones will ensure the message recipient receives the information and replies within a shorter duration. This method will be used in case of urgent meetings that require quick summoning. Text messaging has been widely used by the younger generation, and bearing in mind the company management is made up of young people the method will be effective. Finally, instant messaging will be used to communicate information to managers in case other methods fail to work. All these methods will ensure reconciliation of the management team to work together for the growth and development to the company (Nelson Economy, 2005). Importance of organizational communication in reference to the current company situation Revolution Cleaners composes of employees from different cultures, denominations, and family backgrounds. The introduction of new communication programs will ensure the company achieves its goals and objectives. Currently, the company faces problems with communication because the upper management and the lower management have drawn a communication line. The current methods of communication at the company have both advantages and disadvantages. To start with, the current communication process has benefited many staff members because they can address their issues to the immediate manager. In addition, the process allows staff members to raise their concerns to the manager in an easier and fast manner. On the other hand, the company faces problems with communication between upper and lower management teams. The communication line seen between the two groups has introduced a lot of barriers that require intervention from the company manager. Because all managers require change in communi cation management, the following discussed actions should be adopted with immediate effect. Conclusion Communication stands to be the corner stone of all development and growth strategies not only in organizations, but all other sectors including the family. A person with effective communication factors always get along easily with others. Organizations should focus on improving communication in the workplace in order to achieve their aims, goals and objectives. Revolution Cleaners is a small company and with the following recommendations, it will be in a position to meet all the customer demands after fulfilling the company requirements. As a manager, I will ensure all the discussed communication improvement strategies are met and focus on continued organizational growth through effective communication. References Lalo, G. (2009). 8 tips to improve your workplace communication style- and keeping your job. Retrieved from: http://www.examiner.com/article/8-tips-to-improving-your-workplace-communication-style-and-keeping-your-job Lehman, C. M., DuFrene, D. D. (2013). BCOM  (Student ed.). Mason, OH: South-Western. Nelson, B., Economy, P. (2005).  The management bible. Hoboken, N.J.: John Wiley Sons.

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How to Break Up With Your Boyfriend Before breaking up with him, try to imagine your life without him, and be prepared for the possibility that you might not be able to maintain a friendship. Even if you break up, realize you made a mistake, and get back together, you will have caused irreversible damage to the relationship by breaking up in the first place. Consider the advantages and disadvantages of single life. On the one hand, you will be free to date and flirt with whoever you want, but on the other hand, you will probably be spending more holidays and evenings alone. If you are truly unhappy with the relationship, dont let the thought of being alone prevent you from breaking up with him. One of the worst things you can do to both yourself and your boyfriend is to stay with him when you are unhappy. Staying with him will only delay the breakup, and the longer you wait, the more damage you will do to your relationship. We will write a custom essay sample on How to Break Up With Your Boyfriend or any similar topic specifically for you Do Not WasteYour Time HIRE WRITER Only 13.90 / page The first step is to choose an appropriate time and place to break up with him. Sometimes its not the breaking up, but rather, the method by which you chose to break up that truly hurts. Dont break up with your boyfriend while he is dealing with a difficult personal problem like a death in the family, trouble at work, or other emotionally straining situation. This will be like kicking him while he is down. Dont break up with him in the middle of an activity that neither of you can leave. For example, dont break up with him while you are dining at a restaurant, at the movie theater, or on a vacation together. Remember that immediately following the breakup; he will probably need to be alone for a few hours to compose him. Dont break up with him in front of other people. While this may seem like common sense, you should be careful that nobody can overhear the breakup conversation while it is happening. This will add unnecessary humiliation to the situation. Dont break up during a fight. You might do or say things in the heat of the moment that you will both regret later. Wait until you can have a rational, adult conversation. The second step is to break up with him in person. Regardless of how long or short your relationship has been your boyfriend deserves to be told in person. Dont send him a text, Facebook message, or email telling him that you want to break up. While text or online messages may seem easier, remember that these messages dont allow you to convey emotion or tone. As a result, break-up  texts come across as way more harsh than spoken words, even if you type out what you would have said word-for-word. If you are in a long-distance relationship, then doing it over the phone or computer might be the only option. If this is the case, then write a heart-felt breakup letter that shows that you have given the breakup some thought. Dont keep it too short, as this shows carelessness, but dont make it too long, as this could be torturous for him. The final step is to be honest. If there was something concrete missing or wrong in the relationship, then tell him. This will prevent him from guessing what he did wrong, or blaming the breakup on unrelated factors like his job or family. Though it may be hard, gently telling him what was wrong will help him be a better boyfriend to somebody else in the future. Dont try to protect his feelings by saying things like You deserve someone better than me, or Maybe we can be together someday unless you really mean it. Making vague, open-ended promises like these suggest to him that there is a chance youll get back together in the future. Do something you enjoy to take your mind off of him. Avoid looking at anything that may trigger a good memory of him. Go to a place where you will not be reminded of him. Have some fun. Hanging out with your girlfriends is an excellent idea. It is likely they will be sympathetic, and they will do all they can to make you happy. Depending on your friends, they may or may not give you good advice. If you know you have good friends, listen to their advice. However, on the day you break up with your boyfriend, you might want to avoid the topic of him. Look on the positive side. You have reached your goal and you are free from him. You can do whatever you desire now without him in the way, or hurting you

Frozen Foods Cause Obesity Children May Affect Health And Growth

Question: Discuss About The Frozen Foods Cause The Obesity In Children? Answer: Introducation In recent times the competition has increased in almost every field. In order to cement a standard position in any sector, it has become imperative for almost every individual to engage in schedules which are hectic and furious (Ganann et al. 2014). In order to meet busy schedules the individuals have to invest ample amount of time. Thus, it can be said that the concerns relating to health goes for a toss (Anderson and Butcher, 2016). Additionally, in order to cope with the growing competition, it has become essential for the individuals to invest in techniques and tricks that would save them ample time as well. Thus, it can be seen that the dependency on packaged and processed food has been increasing over the years (Biro and Wien, 2010). With lack of enough time and energy to invest on quality food made in home, more and more people are turning towards these alternatives. One of the major issues, however, that prevails is the fact that these processed foods, no matter how much convenience they might add to the routines of the individuals, are not barred from considerable issues that may have an impact on the health of the consumers (Cobb et al. 2015). In majority of the times, the frozen or processed foods are consisting of certain elements which may have dire consequences on the overall health of the consumers (Odoms-Young et al. 2014). The rising health related issues is one of the major indicators of the fact that the fast paced lifestyles of the individuals may impact the health of individuals (Bjrck et al. 2014). When it comes to children, the concern related to health becomes even more evident. The impact of things like processed foods are likely to be more on children since their immunity is low. It can be observed that the preferences of the children towards food items as such are far more than the conventional healthy food alternatives. The junk food consumption and frozen and processed food are even though heavily consumed by the children; the added health issues are likely to affect their overall condition (Dixon et al. 2014). Obesity is one of the most common health conditions which is being noted among the children in recent times (Cetateanu and Jones, 2014). While obesity itself is a serious health condition, it can also lead to many other health related issues among the sufferers, which may include blood pressure fluctuations, high diabetes, heart diseases to name a few. Thus, it cannot be denied that these fast and processed materials like frozen foods are unhealthy, especially for the children for consumption. Hence, this specific study has been undertaken to explain how frozen food can contribute in growing obesity among children and how it may impact their overall growth. Methodology In order to progress with any study and establish a conclusive result, it is important that standard methods are being followed and a structured format is maintained. Hence, in this research as well, it has been considered that suitable techniques are being followed to achieve concrete conclusions. While the chosen subject is one of the major concerns in recent times, it can be seen that various studies and articles have been developed over the years addressing the issues that may crop up due to the constant consumption of processed or frozen food. In order to derive a proper result, these sources have been utilized by the researcher. Hence, it can be said that the researcher has undertaken the secondary research method in order to progress with the study. The available literary sources addressing the eating habits among children and the impact of the diets which are being followed by them on their overall health conditions have been studied and analysed. Additionally, it has also been taken into consideration to trace whether frozen food is responsible for health dire health conditions like obesity among children or not. With the help of available documents, it will be easier to establish the facts and get a better knowledge regarding the situations relating to the chosen subject. The sources which have been incorporated for the study are from the time period of 2012-17. This is done in order to ensure that the relevance of the attained data is properly managed in current scenario. The research has been conducted as a netnography which is the internet form of ethnography. For this research 3 social media sites (Facebook, Twitter and Youtube) have been explored and the discussions have been based on the findings from these sites Literature Review Frozen food Foods which are processed at low temperatures in order to ensure that the shelf life of the same is enhanced and the spoilage of the food is eliminated are considered as frozen food (Martinez et al. 2015). While in recent times, the popularity of the frozen food have considerably increased due to the constant time constraints that most individuals may have to deal with, it can be seen that the process has been implemented and followed by individuals for long time now (Cole et al. 2012). The need of quick-fixes and convenience can be considered as one of the major contributors for the rise in demand of the frozen food among the working individuals or parents. The foods, vegetables and other items are picked up when the same can be essentially considered as ripe. The techniques are used in order to hinder the process of decomposition that these items are generally subjected to (Terry et al. 2016). The moisture that the items contain is turned into ice form in order to lock the process of spoilage. Thus, the products can be considered effective enough for further consumption for a long time (Howlett et al. 2016). The frozen food products can be considered as one of the methods that acts as a boon in the busy lives of many. The food items are preserved in cold spots and reduced temperatures that can be utilised only by un-packaging and heating it (Davis and Carpenter, 2012). Thus, it can be said that the foods as such are high on demand in recent times. However, one of the major concerns that has been debatable is whether these food sources are able to retain the nutritional value in a proper manner or not (Musaad et al. 2017). Additionally, the techniques which are used in recent times to preserve the food as such are also observed to be using certain enzymes which are responsible for enhancement of fat among consumers (Elliott, 2012). High amount of preservatives are used for storing the food items as such. The food which re stored at extreme low temperature ensures that the scopes of microorganism to grow on these items are eliminated (Fraser and Edwards, 2012). Thus, the deterioration of the food products are reduced. However, the scope of other forms of deterioration cannot be avoided altogether. It can be seen that most of the preservatives that are used for the frozen storage of foods are likely to have certain amount of disadvantages, especially on the health conditions of the consumers (Buss et al. 2014). Chemical reactions and oxidations are certain aspects which are responsible for the deterioration of the overall quality of the food items which are being stored in frozen state. The most widely used preservatives which are being utilised are sodium and saturated fats. It is a known fact that the saturated fats, sugar contents and sugars are responsible for the destruction of nutritious elements in food products (Larson and Story, 2013). Furthermore, these constituents tend to get stored in the body as unhealthy fat that may lead to conditions like obesity and other health problems (Gurnani et al. 2015). While the sodium is one of the major contents that is responsible for retention of liquid intake that makes individual feel bloated and stuffed, the high level of satura ted fats can also be considered harmful for regular consumption (Lau et al. 2014). The food habits of the children in recent times are getting more driven towards the fast and junk. Mostly, it can be seen that the working parents are not able to invest appropriate amount of time in the kitchen preparing food from fresh ingredients (Zenk et al. 2014). In addition to the consumption of foods as such, minimum physical exercises and added stress in their educational institutions are majorly responsible for the deteriorating health condition of the children (Lustig et al. 2016). Dangers that may affect growth of children When it comes to food consumption, the noticeable shift in the demands of the individuals can be observed. The quick fixes have become the go to alternatives for most of the individuals. The working parents depend on meals as such which can be managed within limited time. Thus, it can be seen that the children, in recent times, are depending on the frozen food more than ever (Ho et al. 2012). The children in recent times are more exposed to these easier alternatives. In addition to this, it can also be seen that the packaged food are more preferable to them. It is a known fact that a balanced diet is one of the basic requirements for any child. It can be said that in order to ensure that the growth process of any child is occurring in desirable manner, the required nutritional level are matched (Hurley et al. 2011). While most of the frozen foods are providing the impression of the fact that the meals which are on offer are wholesome and are capable of providing standard nutrition to the consumers which may include children, with close monitoring of the food labels it can be established that the high amount of sufficient fats are utilised and healthy high-fibre nutritional ingredients are eliminated (Kipke et al. 2014). The use of ingredients like hydrogenated oils such as palm oils are used which are hidden forms of trans-fat. Thus, on the basis of the mentioned condition, it can be said that the regular consumptions of food products as such at regular intervals can lead to considerable disturbance of imbalance of nutritional intake among children. Thus, the overall growth process can get considerably hampered (Koplan et al. 2015). In addition to this, the immunity system of the children can also suffer making them vulnerable towards other added health issues like blood pressure, heart diseases and so on. Hence, it can be seen that the contents in the frozen food can have adverse impact on the children who are regularly consuming such products. Findings and Discussions Dietary behaviour of children has been changing Nick Farrell (Facebook): I've been to Pizza Joint every day this week ..I think I have a problem. I have the dietary habits of a child Facebook user: It's a 4 month commitment to 'transition' to healthier 'habits' as this takes time... but the benefit is long term lasting results instead of the yoyo diet effect and poor health. The modern fast-paced lives have channelized the behaviour of children relating to food in a specific direction. The dependencies on fast and processed foods have increased in the recent times (Frongillo and Bernal, 2014). It can be said that the preferences and habits of the children have been driven towards these easy to make food items. The consumption of junk and fast foods have increased among the children and young adults. Hence, it can be noticed that the dietary guidelines which are needed to be consumed as per dietary guidelines (Kral et al. 2014). It can be said that the demographic and socio-cultural background of children are one of the major reasons behind the inconsistency in the dietary behaviour of children in recent times (Feld et al. 2017). The eating patterns among the children are indicators that the consumption of high energy but low nutrients foods are more persisting among the children who are growing up in urban set ups in comparison to the children in rural areas (Lenardson et al. 2015). One of the major reasons behind the same is the factor that the fresh products direct from farms and dairies can be accessed more easily by the individuals staying in rural areas (Eicher-Miller et al. 2015). The freshly acquired products when distributed to the urban areas, the process of transportation considerably reduces the nutrient values of the products (Li et al. 2012). Additionally, in order to ensure that the shelf-life of the products are increased considerable amount of processed ingredients are added as preservatives (Taillie et al. 2016). Thus, as a result, it becomes evident that the dietary behaviour of children in urban set up are influenced by certain factors like the increased time constraints and lesser access to fresh food products (McGarvey et al. 2014). Hence, their food habits are lesser effective than that of the children in the rural set up. The influence of junk food is comparatively more in urban areas as well due to the mentioned factors. Increased Consumption of Frozen food Charles Lemos (Facebook) Between 1977 and 1995, US potato consumption increased by a third, almost entirely due to the rise of frozen French Fried potatoes. With the constraints of time of people in recent times, it can be said that the individuals are searching for alternatives that will require minimum efforts from their sides. Hence, the dependency on frozen food has been increasing considerably in recent times (Morgan, 2013). The increase in competition in the various sectors around the world have led to the scarcity of time among individuals to shop and cook fresh ingredients. Hence, food with preservatives are usually availed and stored in the houses in majority of the times. The frozen food industry has gained considerable reputation among the food industry as well (Rehm and Drewnowski, 2017). It can be said that the increasing consumption of the growing population is one of the major reasons behind the growing demand of the frozen food. Furthermore, the convenience which is tagged along these kinds of food items are added advantages. It cannot be denied that when it comes to frozen food, there are varieties that are available (Nackers and Appelhans, 2013). Be it the regular fruits and vegetables, meat products and so on or the confectionaries, pizzas, burgers, snacks and other junk items, there is a large division of categories from which one may choose. Thus, it can b e said that the frozen food industry has been delivering according to the food preferences of many. The ready meals and frozen meats are high in demand due to the change in lifestyles of the individuals. It can be further said that while most of the nutritionists around the world are not advocating the added advantages of the frozen food items, the advancement in technology and implication of better techniques by the manufacturers have the tendency to make the consumers feel more inclined towards such alternatives (O'dea, 2014). On the basis of the above discussion, it can be said that the demand of frozen food is likely to increase over the years due to the significant changes in lifestyles of the potential consumers globally (Feld et al. 2017). Harmful effects of Frozen Food Police Alerts UK and News Report (Facebook page) Do you know what E621 or sodium glutamate is? Have you ever heard about this substance? Youd be surprised to find out that youre consuming it on a daily basis and its wreaking havoc on your body! Sodium glutamate E621 is a common additive found in almost all manufactured foods. Theres almost no restaurant in the world that doesnt use this taste enhancer. Its one of the most harmful substances we consume every day, without even realizing it! Even though the demands of frozen foods as such are on rise globally, the effectiveness of these products on overall health benefits still remains questionable. It is important to note that the difference of the ingredients used in making the products and the freshly cooked products are evident (Reilly et al. 2013). On the close monitoring of the products it can be seen that the contents which are incorporated in the frozen foods are far less healthier than the freshly acquired from farm counterparts. According to the explanation of nutritionists it becomes clearer that even though the products as such are adding more amount of convenience in the lives of the individuals, it cannot be denied that there are considerable adverse impacts of the same as well (Eicher-Miller et al. 2015). The main areas of the concerns arise due to the fact that the ingredients which are used may have the tendency to contain high amount of sodium and trans fat. Many meals may even contain the sodium up to 700 to 1800 mg (Rolland-Cachera et al. 2012). Thus, maintaining a balance on the overall intake can be difficult since in average people may have to take a minimum of 3 meals. The daily recommended intake of sodium which can considered to be healthy can thus be crossed with the occasional intake of frozen food by any individual on a daily basis. The impact of the frozen foods is recently being noticed by the individuals around the globe due to the increasing consciousness relating to health (Sahoo et al. 2015). The studies which have proven that the level of food intake among the individuals are less nutritive when frozen food are being consumed makes it evident that there are added health related issues that may be associated with the products as well. Frozen food and Child Obesity Tony Weekes (Youtube Video) They cover foods high in fat, meaning over processed, boxed and packaged 'foods' like cookies cakes, frozen food etc. By our children continually eating like this, we are damaging their cognitive health, affecting their behaviour, not to mention the possibility of obesity and fatty internal organs. It has been stated in previous studies that when it comes to diet of children and adolescent it becomes all the way more necessary to invest on certain products which may be helpful in maintaining a balanced diet. It is important that the nutritional values are properly addressed and monitored in order to strengthen their immunity systems and ensure their unhindered physical and mental growth (Sealy, 2010). However, according to the studies, it can be seen that the maintenance of proper balance is one of the major issues that is being faced by the children in recent times. On the basis of the observation it is noted that when it comes to physical activities, the children are comparatively lesser active from that of a regular adult in a general set up. The consumption of the frozen foods with high amount of sodium and sugar content can, thus, will have the tendency to get gathered within the body (Rehm and Drewnowski, 2017). Thus, it can be effective in ensuring that the body fat leading to conditions like obesity is prevalent. Findings from conducted studies state that the preference of children towards frozen confectionaries, junk and processed foods are also adding to the current state of growing obesity among the youngsters as well (Stice et al. 2016). It can be seen that the proportion of body fat has been increasing due to the inactivity of the children and the added stress that they have to face leading to eating disorders are also major contributors of obesity among the children in recent times. Thus, it can be said that the children are required to be monitored and restricted from consuming high amount of frozen food as the same is responsible for the growing cases of obesity along with the lesser physical activities in recent times (St-Onge et al. 2013). Hence, it can be said that in order to reduce the effectiveness of the potential issues that may rise due to the added weight that may be gained by consumption of frozen food, maintaining a balanced diet is one of the crucial steps that is needed to be considered. Obesity leads to other health issues Facebook User: Its time to get serious about our HEALTH people, Mississippi is #2 in OBESITY and it is causing to many health issues and DEATHS. Recorded studies advocate that obesity is not the only issue that may be emerging due to the consumption of frozen food. As it has been noted in the study above, when it comes to obesity, there are added health issues that are associated with the same. It can be seen that the obesity often leads to many other chronic diseases among individuals as well (Taillie et al. 2015). It can be seen that the overweight children tend to develop health issues like asthma, diabetes, heart diseases and so on. It has been noticed in recent times that one out of every three children are developing tendencies of diabetes due to the issue of obesity in recent times. As recorded in the literature review, liver problems are also closely associated with the obesity. It has been observed in various studies that the children who are obsessed have a higher risk of facing severe liver problems like steatohepatitis (NASH) (Zhou et al. 2015). Conditions as such can even lead to cirrhosis which can have considerable negative impact on the liver of any individual, especially children with weaker immunity systems. Additionally, the development of metabolic syndrome cannot be ignored as well. Resistance o insulin which may lead to diabetes is one of the major issues that obese children may have to face in recent times. The abnormal lipids can lead to other issues of digestion and other added disorders (Frongillo and Bernal, 2014). Hence, it can be said that the children are likely to get adversely affected in many ways due to the persisting among the children in recent times. It is important that the added health conditions are avoided in initial steps to ensure that the obesity may not be a chronic condition they may have to face during their adulthood as well. It is, hence, important that appropriate consideration is given towards their overall intake of food and physical activities to eliminate the issues that may crop up due to obesity. Conclusion On the basis of the above study it becomes evident that the consumption of frozen food is one of the major issues that is responsible for the rise in obesity among children and adolescent around the globe. The contents and ingredients of which the preservatives are made of certain sodium or sugar elements which are major contributor of weight gain among individuals. It can be said that the children tend to get more effected with such ingredients due to their comparatively lower physical activities and the eating disorders that is sustaining in their food and dietary habits. Additionally, the preferences of the parents and children are more inclined towards these quick fix alternatives in recent times. It can be said that more attention is needed to be provided towards the dietary habits of the children by the parents. While the loss of nutrient contents like vitamin C is imperative, it is better to opt for products which have lesser amount of confectionary products or syrups. The products with high amount of sauces and saturated fats can also be avoided to ensure that the fat intake is done in a proportionate manner. 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