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1 In 4 Indian School Children Obese, Unhealthy Diets To Blame: Study
Childhood obesity is not just about weight gain, it has long-term health implications. Experts warn that obese children are more likely to develop serious conditions.
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Obesity Before Pregnancy Could Raise Your Child's Fatty Liver Risk, New Study Finds
Obesity before pregnancy, in both mothers and fathers, significantly increases the risk of fatty liver disease in their adult offspring.
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Screen Time And Junk Food: Key Factors In Childhood Obesity Every Parent Should Know
By addressing the influences of screen time and junk food, and by implementing healthy habits, parents can help combat childhood obesity and promote a healthier lifestyle for their children.
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Managing Parental Stress May Protect Children From Obesity, Finds Yale Study
A recent study says that parental stress can lead to childhood obesity. Published in the journal Pediatrics, the study says that lowering parental stress may help reduce the risk of obesity in young children.
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Obesity In Teenagers: Here's Why Early Intervention Is Crucial
Obese children are highly likely to remain obese as adults, creating a lifelong cycle of illness. If obesity persists into adulthood, the risk of chronic diseases and related health problems increases significantly.
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Children Don't Always Look' Obese: Here's What You Might Miss
Childhood obesity isn't always visible hidden risks demand early detection and healthy habits.
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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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Childhood Body Weight Predicts Future Diabetes And Heart Disease Risk: New Study
A new study in Nature Communications shows that body weight at age ten and growth patterns through adolescence are strongly linked to future risks of diabetes, high cholesterol, and heart disease.
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Back Pain In School Children: Causes, Symptoms And What Parents Should Know
Children's back pain is rising due to heavy bags, poor posture, screen time, and low activity.
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1 In 4 Indian School Children Obese, Unhealthy Diets To Blame: Study
Childhood obesity is not just about weight gain, it has long-term health implications. Experts warn that obese children are more likely to develop serious conditions.
-
Obesity Before Pregnancy Could Raise Your Child's Fatty Liver Risk, New Study Finds
Obesity before pregnancy, in both mothers and fathers, significantly increases the risk of fatty liver disease in their adult offspring.
-
Screen Time And Junk Food: Key Factors In Childhood Obesity Every Parent Should Know
By addressing the influences of screen time and junk food, and by implementing healthy habits, parents can help combat childhood obesity and promote a healthier lifestyle for their children.
-
Managing Parental Stress May Protect Children From Obesity, Finds Yale Study
A recent study says that parental stress can lead to childhood obesity. Published in the journal Pediatrics, the study says that lowering parental stress may help reduce the risk of obesity in young children.
-
Obesity In Teenagers: Here's Why Early Intervention Is Crucial
Obese children are highly likely to remain obese as adults, creating a lifelong cycle of illness. If obesity persists into adulthood, the risk of chronic diseases and related health problems increases significantly.
-
Children Don't Always Look' Obese: Here's What You Might Miss
Childhood obesity isn't always visible hidden risks demand early detection and healthy habits.
-
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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Childhood Body Weight Predicts Future Diabetes And Heart Disease Risk: New Study
A new study in Nature Communications shows that body weight at age ten and growth patterns through adolescence are strongly linked to future risks of diabetes, high cholesterol, and heart disease.
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Back Pain In School Children: Causes, Symptoms And What Parents Should Know
Children's back pain is rising due to heavy bags, poor posture, screen time, and low activity.
