Childhood Obesity and Antibiotics, Continued
One study shows that administration of antibiotics before children reach two years of age is associated with an increased risk of early childhood obesity.
Childhood Obesity and Antibiotics
Exposure to antibiotics in infancy can increase the risk of childhood obesity. Some suggest antibiotics contribute to obesity by slaughtering the gut flora.
Parents Confused by Childhood Obesity Issues
Is it any wonder that parents turn away from the complicated issue of childhood obesity in despair, and spend their energy addressing other problems?
Childhood Obesity and Race in the U.S.
There doesn’t seem to be a link between early onset puberty and obesity in boys, but it’s there in girls. Psychosocial stress also contributes to obesity.
Miscellaneous Media and Childhood Obesity
Ivana Trump wants to “make America svelte again” while the government plans plans budget cuts for nutrition programs for children.
Childhood Obesity Awareness Month — Slippery Slope?
Saying no this one time is an important step when it comes to parenting and making healthy food choices.
Coming Up for Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
One study showed kids follow the optimal habits demonstrated by their moms, and it significantly reduces their likelihood of becoming obese.
Childhood Obesity Research Demonstration (CORD)
Following in the footsteps of the previous two posts, this one looks at government agencies that are in danger of reduced funding or worse.
Childhood Obesity and WIC
When it comes to obesity prevention, there is no such thing as starting too soon, and WIC is in a powerful position to impact the obesity epidemic.
Childhood Obesity Developments in the United Kingdom
Because the United Kingdom has similar laws to the U.S.A. and a very familiar obesity problem, Childhood Obesity News has been tracking what goes on there.