Childhood Obesity Stories
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List Of Health Risks Associated With Childhood Obesity Continues To Grow
Obese children are at higher risk of developing serious weight-related problems, according to new research. Even children as young as five are showing signs of poor health. -
Helping Kids Get Healthy May Start At School
An intervention program focused on lifestyle changes at school and at home has stopped unhealthy weight gain. -
Children Don't Want Healthy Food, Thanks To TV Commercials
A new study has found that food commercials influence children's eating choices and brain activity. -
Later Bedtimes For Kids Could Increase Obesity Risk
Later bedtimes may contribute to obesity in school-age children. -
Obese Teens May Have Less Pain, More Mobility After Bariatric Surgery
Obese teens gain better mobility after weight-loss surgery. -
This Is How Much Health Care Costs When You're Obese
In Australia, the health care costs for obese preschoolers were 60 percent higher than costs for healthy kids. -
Doctors Are Prescribing Kids Free Fruits And Veggies To Prevent Obesity
Doctors in cities like Los Angeles and New York are hoping fresh produce prescriptions will increase underserved populations' access to affordable, healthy foods. -
Nearly All TV Ads Point Kids To Junk Food
Researchers are calling for new regulations to prevent ads from teaching children to make unhealthy choices. -
What Happens When Kids Drink Sports Drinks Without Exercise
Sports drinks contain enough sugar to make dentists take a stance against childhood consumption. -
What A Single Session Of Physical Activity Does To A Kid’s Brain
To battle childhood obesity, researchers are hoping parents learn about the benefits of physical activity for a kid’s physical, mental, emotional, and social health. -
Overweight Teens Are At Risk For Heart Failure Later In Life
Weight can predict future health problems, says new study. -
Folic Acid May Help Moms-To-Be Lower Their Child's Risk Of Obesity
A new study finds that moms who get the proper amount of B vitamin folate during pregnancy may help their children avoid obesity, especially if the mom is obese herself.
