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Yesterday I was having a discussion with a friend of mine about the upcoming children’s book called Maggie Goes on a Diet. I talked about this on our Body Image episode of Keep Movin’ Podcast. It is a book about a 14 year old girl who goes on a diet which has been getting a lot of criticism for its message.  The conversation transitioned from just a health related topic to about all the pressure kids  have to face these days.

Gian died from playing choking game.

He brought to my attention a story right here in my town about a 12 year old boy who died a few days ago from a ‘Choking Game’.   Gian Luc Jordan, was found passed out in his room with a belt around his neck. He was in a coma for 5 days before he passed away. They do things to themseleves to induce fainting and then have a buddy wake them. According to the Center for Disease Control, between 800 – 1000 kids between 10 and 19 die from playing this choking game every year.

This is a very sad story. Gian Luc Jordan was a great friend to many and was described as an exceptional soccer star. He will be missed. Rest in Peace Gian.

We have to make sure we take care of our kids. Not only do we have to educate them on healthy living to keep them healthy and fit, but we have to keep them safe and inform them of dangers that they are faced with every day. If your kid does not know about this ‘Choking Game’, please warn them of the potential consequences.

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Shane Walker
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