www.theguardian.com2 days agoWellnessYoung children with persistent severe obesity could have half average life expectancy, study findsChildhood severe obesity may halve life expectancy without weight loss in adulthood. [ more ]
time.com4 months agoHealthSevere Obesity Is Increasing in Young U.S. ChildrenSevere obesity is becoming more common in young U.S. children, including those in a government food program. Around 2.5% of preschool-aged children in the Women, Infants and Children program were severely obese in 2020. [ more ]
New York Post4 months agoParentingStudy bolsters evidence that severe obesity increasing in young US kidsChildhood obesity rates have increased again in the US, including among children in a government food program. Severe obesity in young children is becoming more common and has long-term health implications. [ more ]