Obesity In Children
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India Might Have Highest No. Of Obese Children: What You Can Do To Prevent It
Globally, the World Health Organization (WHO) has observed a troubling increase in childhood obesity rates in India. How to prevent it.
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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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Obesity In Children On The Rise; Here's Why & What To Do
Children often imitate adults, so it's important for parents to lead by example. Read on as we discuss causes and treatment in detail.
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Weight Loss Drug Safe, Effective For Children Under 12, Shows New Study
A weight loss drug has been found to be broadly safe and effective for children under 12 with obesity, according to a small study on Wednesday that was cautiously welcomed by outside experts.
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High Stress During Pregnancy Can Raise Depression, Obesity Risk In Children
High stress among women in pregnancy may get passed on to the foetus and raise the risk of depression and obesity among children later, finds a study.
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Obesity In Children: Diet & Lifestyle Changes For Overweight Children
Obesity In Children: In this article, we discuss lifestyle changes that can help reduce weight in obese children.
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Food Joints Located Near Residence, School May Influence Eating Habits Of Children: Study
According to a recent study published in the journal Obesity, sources of junk food near a house or school may influence the eating habits of children. The researchers found that proximity to fast and convenience food sellers may impact a student's chances of becoming obese.
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Are Your Kids Spending Too Much Time On Mobile Phones Or TV? Keep A Check On Their Caffeine Intake
Teenagers spending more time on electronic gadgets are more likely to consume sugary, aerated and caffeinated drinks. This should be taken seriously as the children may exceed the daily recommended levels of such drinks.
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Healthy Diet May Help In Preventing Heart Diseases In Children; Here’s What They Should Eat
A recently constructed study suggests that encouraging physical activity and improving diet may cut the risk of heart attacks in kids.
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India Has Second Highest Obese Children: Tips To Reduce Childhood Obesity
A recent study showed that in 2015, excess weight affected 2.2 billion children and adults worldwide, or 30 per cent of all people. This includes nearly 108 million children and more than 600 million adults with BMI exceeding 30.
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About 40 Per Cent Children Inherit Obesity From Parents: Study
About 35 to 40 per cent children from all over the world inherit obesity from parents, says a recent research undertaken by University of Sussex even as medical experts here also feel that a similar situation prevails in India.
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Summer Breaks Make American Kids Obese: Study
American children are at greater risk of becoming overweight or obese during summer vacation than during the school year, a new study has found.
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268 Million Kids May Be Overweight Globally By 2025: Study
As many as 268 million children aged five to 17 years may be overweight - including 91 million obese - by 2025, according to a global estimate that suggests no policy interventions have proven effective at changing current trends.
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Standing Desks In Schools May Cut Obesity Risk: Study
Desks that encourage school children to stand in the classroom may reduce their risk of obesity by lowering body mass index (BMI), a new study has claimed.
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Umbilical Cells Linked To Obesity Risk in Children: Study
New York: Children born to obese mothers are likely to be at an increased risk of obesity as a result of their umbilical cells showing impaired expression of genes, a study has found. The study published in the International Journal of Obesity suggested that the increased risks of obesity may be driven by boosted levels of certain lipids (fats and ...
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India Might Have Highest No. Of Obese Children: What You Can Do To Prevent It
Globally, the World Health Organization (WHO) has observed a troubling increase in childhood obesity rates in India. How to prevent it.
-
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.
-
Obesity In Children On The Rise; Here's Why & What To Do
Children often imitate adults, so it's important for parents to lead by example. Read on as we discuss causes and treatment in detail.
-
Weight Loss Drug Safe, Effective For Children Under 12, Shows New Study
A weight loss drug has been found to be broadly safe and effective for children under 12 with obesity, according to a small study on Wednesday that was cautiously welcomed by outside experts.
-
High Stress During Pregnancy Can Raise Depression, Obesity Risk In Children
High stress among women in pregnancy may get passed on to the foetus and raise the risk of depression and obesity among children later, finds a study.
-
Obesity In Children: Diet & Lifestyle Changes For Overweight Children
Obesity In Children: In this article, we discuss lifestyle changes that can help reduce weight in obese children.
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Food Joints Located Near Residence, School May Influence Eating Habits Of Children: Study
According to a recent study published in the journal Obesity, sources of junk food near a house or school may influence the eating habits of children. The researchers found that proximity to fast and convenience food sellers may impact a student's chances of becoming obese.
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Are Your Kids Spending Too Much Time On Mobile Phones Or TV? Keep A Check On Their Caffeine Intake
Teenagers spending more time on electronic gadgets are more likely to consume sugary, aerated and caffeinated drinks. This should be taken seriously as the children may exceed the daily recommended levels of such drinks.
-
Healthy Diet May Help In Preventing Heart Diseases In Children; Here’s What They Should Eat
A recently constructed study suggests that encouraging physical activity and improving diet may cut the risk of heart attacks in kids.
-
India Has Second Highest Obese Children: Tips To Reduce Childhood Obesity
A recent study showed that in 2015, excess weight affected 2.2 billion children and adults worldwide, or 30 per cent of all people. This includes nearly 108 million children and more than 600 million adults with BMI exceeding 30.
-
About 40 Per Cent Children Inherit Obesity From Parents: Study
About 35 to 40 per cent children from all over the world inherit obesity from parents, says a recent research undertaken by University of Sussex even as medical experts here also feel that a similar situation prevails in India.
-
Summer Breaks Make American Kids Obese: Study
American children are at greater risk of becoming overweight or obese during summer vacation than during the school year, a new study has found.
-
268 Million Kids May Be Overweight Globally By 2025: Study
As many as 268 million children aged five to 17 years may be overweight - including 91 million obese - by 2025, according to a global estimate that suggests no policy interventions have proven effective at changing current trends.
-
Standing Desks In Schools May Cut Obesity Risk: Study
Desks that encourage school children to stand in the classroom may reduce their risk of obesity by lowering body mass index (BMI), a new study has claimed.
-
Umbilical Cells Linked To Obesity Risk in Children: Study
New York: Children born to obese mothers are likely to be at an increased risk of obesity as a result of their umbilical cells showing impaired expression of genes, a study has found. The study published in the International Journal of Obesity suggested that the increased risks of obesity may be driven by boosted levels of certain lipids (fats and ...
