Many obese children are the target of bullying by other children. Self-esteem can be seriously damaged by a preventable illness. Having an obese or once obese person tell stories of hardship, hardship and how life is greatly affected by not eating well and exercising could have a big influence on the severity of obesity. In the academic journal “Childhood Obesity and Self-Esteem,” it was found that there are social and emotional effects resulting from childhood obesity. In addition to low self-esteem, obesity can lead to “smoking and consuming alcohol” (Strauss 3) compared to children who are not obese. Preventing obesity could also reduce smoking and drinking rates among underage children. More than one solution on how to do it, for parents and students, for schools “Replace vending machines containing unhealthy foods and drinks and replace them with healthy items” (Green 4). This phenomenon is increasing in many schools and even universities; Montgomery College has also taken steps to change the vending machine. Another resolution for schools is “Provide quality daily physical education to all students. Be sure to select activities that are fun, challenging, and aerobic in nature” (Green