US newsfromThe Washington Post1 month agoNutrition program for Americans on food stamps at risk in GOP billSNAP-Ed funding is essential for teaching healthy eating habits to low-income families, particularly children at risk of obesity.
fromPsychology Today2 months agoAre Drugs and Surgery the Answer to Childhood Obesity?The obesity epidemic among children and adolescents requires a comprehensive approach that incorporates family support while also addressing the pressing need for primary prevention.Parenting
NYC parentsfromThe Mercury News2 months agoOpinion: Sugar is making our kids sick. Why are schools serving it?Excess sugar in children's snacks contributes to serious health issues like obesity and liver disease.
NYC parentsfromwww.mercurynews.com2 months agoOpinion: Sugar is making our kids sick. Why are schools serving it?Increased sugar consumption among children is causing adult-like health issues.Childhood obesity is a growing epidemic with severe health implications.
Madrid foodfromwww.theguardian.com3 months agoSchools in Spain required to serve fruit, vegetables and fish in fight against obesityNew rules mandate schools in Spain to serve healthier food options, tackling childhood obesity.Fried and fatty foods are now restricted in school lunches throughout Spain.
fromwww.cbc.ca3 months agoTreat childhood obesity by reducing stigma, adding options, say new Canadian guidelines | CBC NewsA comprehensive team approach is crucial for effective childhood obesity treatment, integrating both psychological support and nutritional guidance.
Public healthfromwww.bbc.com5 months agoOver 50% of adults predicted to be obese by 2050Global obesity rates are predicted to exceed 50% among adults by 2050 without urgent action.Lower-income countries will face the most significant increases in obesity rates.Nigeria's obesity population could triple, highlighting urgent health concerns.
Public healthfromwww.theguardian.com5 months agoMore than half of adults worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050 reportBy 2050, over half of all adults and a third of children globally are predicted to be overweight or obese, straining healthcare.
Public healthfromwww.bbc.com5 months agoOver 50% of adults predicted to be obese by 2050Global obesity rates are predicted to exceed 50% among adults by 2050 without urgent action.Lower-income countries will face the most significant increases in obesity rates.Nigeria's obesity population could triple, highlighting urgent health concerns.
Public healthfromwww.theguardian.com5 months agoMore than half of adults worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050 reportBy 2050, over half of all adults and a third of children globally are predicted to be overweight or obese, straining healthcare.