New Global Review Reveals Key Early-Life Factors Driving Childhood Obesity
A global review of 177 studies reveals key early-life factors driving childhood obesity, highlighting risks, research gaps, and opportunities for prevention.
Childhood Obesity in Europe: Could GLP-1 Drugs Play a Role?
Childhood obesity in Europe is rising. Experts debate GLP-1 drugs for kids: balancing safety, access, and prevention in tackling this epidemic.
UNICEF Warns Childhood Obesity Has Surpassed Underweight Worldwide
UNICEF warns childhood obesity now surpasses underweight worldwide, affecting 188M kids. Urgent action is needed to improve food environments.
Why Early-Life Factors Matter in Childhood Obesity
New study: Prenatal and early-life conditions significantly shape a child’s risk for obesity later in life.
New Canadian Guideline Promotes Patient-Centered Care for Childhood Obesity
A new guideline for managing obesity in children and teens encourages a patient-centered approach that prioritizes behavioral and psychological support.
Greaux Healthy Releases Childhood Obesity Prevention Toolkit
A public service initiative by LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center has launched the Childhood Obesity Prevention, Evaluation, and Treatment Toolkit.
New Study Finds Self-Guided Family-Based Treatment Effective for Childhood Obesity
Could self-guided family-based treatment become a standard tool in the fight against childhood obesity?
Gene Therapy for Childhood Obesity
One recent study found that gene therapy converts Omega-6 to Omega-3 fatty acids in the body, in other words, turning “harmful fats” into “helpful fats.”
Best Practices in Childhood Obesity Weight Management
Pediatric obesity experts agree that behavioral interventions, used in conjunction with GLP-1 medications, can be more effective than a standalone tool.
Childhood Obesity Awareness Month — Odds and Ends
September is the National Childhood Obesity News. To honor it, let’s look at some recent studies in various areas, from dengue fever to baby food nutrition.