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45% Of Vellore's Urban Slum Children Stunted By Age 2, Finds Lancet Study
By age 7, more than 26 per cent of the children were classified 'thin' and 5.2 per cent classified 'overweight/obese', findings published in The Lancet Regional Health Southeast Asia journal show.
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World Obesity Day 2026: India's Child Obesity Numbers Soar, Ranks 2nd Worldwide
India ranks second globally for children living with overweight and obesity, warns the World Obesity Atlas 2026. With 41 million affected and sharp rises projected by 2040, experts urge urgent policy action, including sugar taxes and marketing curbs.
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World Obesity Day 2026: Date, Significance And Why It Matters For India
In India, where obesity rates are rising rapidly, this day serves as an important reminder to prioritise healthy lifestyles and seek medical support when needed.
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Vitamin B12 And Folate: Why Indian Mothers Need More Than Just Iron For Healthy Children?
A recent study reveals that Indian mothers may need more than just iron for healthy children. Here is why this study matters and why you should be supplementing vitamin B12 with folate.
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Obesity, Diabetes And Digital Addiction Rising In India: Economic Survey 2025-26 Healthcare Insights
The Economic Survey 2025-26 flags rising public health threats in India, from obesity, diabetes and other non-communicable diseases to digital addiction and mental health challenges among youth.
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Ban Advertising Of Ultra-Processed Foods From 6 Am-11 Pm: Economic Survey
Raising concerns on the growing consumption of ultra-processed foods containing high fat, salt and sugar amid India becoming one of the fastest growing markets for such items in the world, the Economic Survey has pitched for a ban on their ads.
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School Programmes Can Lower Junk Food Intake And Help Combat Childhood Obesity, Finds Study
A new study showed how school-based behavioural interventions can help reduce consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) that are rich in salt and sugar among adolescents.
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Did UP Teen Die Of Excess Junk Food? Doctors Debunk Claims
An 11th standard student from Uttar Pradesh died at Delhi AIIMS due to multiple illnesses, including severe typhoid complications, TB and cardiac arrest, doctors said.
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Rethink The Family Pantry: Expert Shares Healthy Swaps To Combat Childhood Obesity
Ms. Kiran Dalal, Chief Clinical Nutritionist, Fortis Hospital, Faridabad shares how mindful changes to your family pantry can prevent obesity.
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10 Doctor-Recommended Ways To Protect Your Child From Obesity
Dr. Roohi Muhammad Yunus Khan, Senior Consultant Paediatrics, Fortis Vasant Kunj shares small steps you can take today for your child's healthy future.
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Tips For Parents: How To Manage Obesity In Children
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), over 39 million children under the age of 5 were overweight or obese in 2022.
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"Over-Nutrition And Obesity Rising In Children", Says Minister
Raising concern over childhood obesity, Union minister Savitri Thakur on Tuesday said over-nutrition and obesity have become grave problems with children consuming too much oily food.
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Tips For Parents: How To Encourage Healthy Eating Habits In Children
Tips For Parents: This article explores practical ways to encourage healthy eating habits in children, ensuring they grow up with a positive relationship with food.
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Encouraging Body Positivity In Children: Cosmetologist Offers Valuable Tips
Parents should encourage open conversations. Parents should help them and motivate them to focus on their health to eat right, to exercise, to do everything in moderation, cultivate hobbies.
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Health 2019: 27 Million Indian Kids Will Be Obese By 2030- Dr Gorika Bansal
Health 2019: According to the recent stats stated by Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism, around 5-8.8% of school children are obese in India. And if the rates increase at a pace like this, 27 million Indian children will be obese by 2030.
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45% Of Vellore's Urban Slum Children Stunted By Age 2, Finds Lancet Study
By age 7, more than 26 per cent of the children were classified 'thin' and 5.2 per cent classified 'overweight/obese', findings published in The Lancet Regional Health Southeast Asia journal show.
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World Obesity Day 2026: India's Child Obesity Numbers Soar, Ranks 2nd Worldwide
India ranks second globally for children living with overweight and obesity, warns the World Obesity Atlas 2026. With 41 million affected and sharp rises projected by 2040, experts urge urgent policy action, including sugar taxes and marketing curbs.
-
World Obesity Day 2026: Date, Significance And Why It Matters For India
In India, where obesity rates are rising rapidly, this day serves as an important reminder to prioritise healthy lifestyles and seek medical support when needed.
-
Vitamin B12 And Folate: Why Indian Mothers Need More Than Just Iron For Healthy Children?
A recent study reveals that Indian mothers may need more than just iron for healthy children. Here is why this study matters and why you should be supplementing vitamin B12 with folate.
-
Obesity, Diabetes And Digital Addiction Rising In India: Economic Survey 2025-26 Healthcare Insights
The Economic Survey 2025-26 flags rising public health threats in India, from obesity, diabetes and other non-communicable diseases to digital addiction and mental health challenges among youth.
-
Ban Advertising Of Ultra-Processed Foods From 6 Am-11 Pm: Economic Survey
Raising concerns on the growing consumption of ultra-processed foods containing high fat, salt and sugar amid India becoming one of the fastest growing markets for such items in the world, the Economic Survey has pitched for a ban on their ads.
-
School Programmes Can Lower Junk Food Intake And Help Combat Childhood Obesity, Finds Study
A new study showed how school-based behavioural interventions can help reduce consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) that are rich in salt and sugar among adolescents.
-
Did UP Teen Die Of Excess Junk Food? Doctors Debunk Claims
An 11th standard student from Uttar Pradesh died at Delhi AIIMS due to multiple illnesses, including severe typhoid complications, TB and cardiac arrest, doctors said.
-
Rethink The Family Pantry: Expert Shares Healthy Swaps To Combat Childhood Obesity
Ms. Kiran Dalal, Chief Clinical Nutritionist, Fortis Hospital, Faridabad shares how mindful changes to your family pantry can prevent obesity.
-
10 Doctor-Recommended Ways To Protect Your Child From Obesity
Dr. Roohi Muhammad Yunus Khan, Senior Consultant Paediatrics, Fortis Vasant Kunj shares small steps you can take today for your child's healthy future.
-
Tips For Parents: How To Manage Obesity In Children
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), over 39 million children under the age of 5 were overweight or obese in 2022.
-
"Over-Nutrition And Obesity Rising In Children", Says Minister
Raising concern over childhood obesity, Union minister Savitri Thakur on Tuesday said over-nutrition and obesity have become grave problems with children consuming too much oily food.
-
Tips For Parents: How To Encourage Healthy Eating Habits In Children
Tips For Parents: This article explores practical ways to encourage healthy eating habits in children, ensuring they grow up with a positive relationship with food.
-
Encouraging Body Positivity In Children: Cosmetologist Offers Valuable Tips
Parents should encourage open conversations. Parents should help them and motivate them to focus on their health to eat right, to exercise, to do everything in moderation, cultivate hobbies.
-
Health 2019: 27 Million Indian Kids Will Be Obese By 2030- Dr Gorika Bansal
Health 2019: According to the recent stats stated by Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism, around 5-8.8% of school children are obese in India. And if the rates increase at a pace like this, 27 million Indian children will be obese by 2030.
