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Turkish Society for Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes
Obesity in Children [J Clin Res Pediatr Endocrinol]
J Clin Res Pediatr Endocrinol. 2008; 1(2): 53-60 | DOI: 10.4008/jcrpe.v1i2.35

Obesity in Children

Fima Lifshitz1
President, Pediatric Sunshine Academics, Inc; Director of Pediatrics & Senior Nutrition Scientist, Sansum Medical ResearchInstitute, Santa Barbara, CA, USA

The prevalence of childhood obesity has increased dramatically during the past decades all over the world. The majority of obesity in adulthood has its origins in childhood which makes obesity a pediatric concern and the period when interventions should be done. Obesity is associated with increased morbidity and mortality in adult life and several adverse consequences in childhood like insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia, polycystic ovarian syndrome, pulmonary and orthopedic disorders and psychological problems. Both genetic and environmental factors play a role in the development of obesity. Prevention of obesity is critical, since effective treatment of this disease is limited. Food management and increased physical activity must be encouraged, promoted, and prioritized to protect children.

Keywords: obesity, childhood, incidence, prevention, treatment, complications

Obesity in Children

Fima Lifshitz1
President, Pediatric Sunshine Academics, Inc; Director of Pediatrics & Senior Nutrition Scientist, Sansum Medical ResearchInstitute, Santa Barbara, CA, USA


Fima Lifshitz. Obesity in Children. J Clin Res Pediatr Endocrinol. 2008; 1(2): 53-60
Manuscript Language: English
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