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World Obesity Day: Ways to prevent childhood obesity

World Obesity Day is observed annually on March 4 to raise awareness about the global obesity epidemic and promote solutions to help people achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Childhood obesity is a serious medical condition that affects children and adolescents. It occurs when a child is well above the normal weight for their age and height. Here are a few ways to prevent childhood obesity: 
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Published on Mar 03, 2024 01:32 pm IST

How to prevent childhood obesity?

Childhood obesity is the root cause of a lot of chronic illnesses later in life. The complex disease that leads to the growth of excessive amounts of fat in the body, further leading to several illnesses, should be prevented at a small age. Nutritionist Anjali Mukerjee wrote, “It all begins with too little activity and too much food. Genetic and hormonal factors also have a role. But diet and exercise can trump genes so there is always a way out.” She further shared a few prevention tips.
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Published on May 09, 2023 03:58 pm IST

Childhood obesity: Tips to help children maintain healthy weight

"Weight loss through surgery or pills is not the best approach for young children and teenagers since their body is not fully developed. Obese children should not be put on a diet unless a doctor recommends it, as a restrictive diet may not be enough to supply the energy and nutrients needed for growth and development," says Dr Asmita Mahajan.
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Published on Jul 04, 2022 08:30 pm IST

World Obesity Day 2022: Lifestyle changes to prevent obesity in children

Childhood obesity has drastically increased among kids and adolescents owing to sedentary lifestyle and improper food choices. According to a study, the prevalence of childhood obesity has more than doubled in children and tripled in adolescents. However, it is possible to reverse it by making certain changes in lifestyle. Dr Arti Pawaria-Senior Consultant & Clinical Lead- Pediatric Hepatology & Liver Transplant, Global Hospital, Mumbai offers tips to prevent childhood obesity.
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Published on Mar 04, 2022 06:18 pm IST

Is your child overweight? Follow these tips for healthy weight loss

Due to pandemic situation, kids are increasingly leading a sedentary lifestyle which is giving rise to a number of health issues including obesity. Parents or caregivers can do a lot to help children reach and maintain a healthy weight. Dr Sweta Budyal, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist, Fortis Hospital, Mulund gives tips to help kids maintain a healthy weight.
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Updated on Dec 26, 2021 05:11 pm IST
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