New Childhood Obesity Definition Focuses on Health Beyond BMI
A new childhood obesity definition looks beyond BMI to assess health complications.
Italy’s Childhood Obesity Crisis
Learn why childhood obesity is increasing in Italy, how changing diets are affecting children, and what experts recommend to reverse the trend.
Childhood Obesity Not a Problem
Sadly, some folks preach that the main thing wrong with the world is anti-fat bias.
Chile’s Food Policies Linked to Lower Childhood Obesity Rates
New research links Chile’s front-of-package labels, marketing restrictions, and school food policies to lower childhood obesity rates and healthier outcomes.
Fathers Play a Big Role in Childhood Obesity Risk
New research suggests fathers influence childhood obesity risk before conception through their health, lifestyle habits, mental health, and family environment.
CDC Updates Its Childhood Obesity Facts
Childhood obesity in the U.S.: rising rates, health disparities, economic impact, and the importance of early prevention.
Simple Daily Changes That Can Help Prevent Childhood Obesity
Learn how sleep, nutrition, screen time, and physical activity can support healthier kids.
How Childhood Obesity May Be Reshaping the American Dream
Childhood obesity may limit future income and mobility. Learn how early health impacts education, careers, and the American Dream.
Study: Reducing Parent Stress May Help Prevent Childhood Obesity
New research shows reducing parent stress may help prevent childhood obesity. Learn how mindfulness and positive parenting support healthier kids.
What Is Childhood Obesity’s Price Tag?
There is still more to be said about the cost of obesity to our society as a whole. We all end up paying for it in some way, shape, or form.