THERE is good news for the little guy. Starting now, you do not forbid them to play more video games. The reason, according to a study conducted by the University of Auckland, kids can avoid obesity by actively playing a video game.
Based on a study of 323 cases of overweight in children aged 10 to 14 years, revealed 'positive effect' is small, but definitely on the body mass index in those who actively play the game.
"Activities such as playing video games has been proved independently associated with obesity," said Dr Ralph Maddison, lead researcher, as quoted by Xinhua.
"The study shows that the technology has the potential to be a useful tool in the 'intervention' health," said Maddison.
The concept of active video game play is very useful for children who lack access or rarely do outdoor activities. The study also could encourage researchers and health professionals to join the game developers in designing a new generation of gaming as well as actively promoting health through video games. (Pri/OL-06)
Based on a study of 323 cases of overweight in children aged 10 to 14 years, revealed 'positive effect' is small, but definitely on the body mass index in those who actively play the game.
"Activities such as playing video games has been proved independently associated with obesity," said Dr Ralph Maddison, lead researcher, as quoted by Xinhua.
"The study shows that the technology has the potential to be a useful tool in the 'intervention' health," said Maddison.
The concept of active video game play is very useful for children who lack access or rarely do outdoor activities. The study also could encourage researchers and health professionals to join the game developers in designing a new generation of gaming as well as actively promoting health through video games. (Pri/OL-06)
source: mediaindonesia.com
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