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Childhood Obesity Surpasses Undernutrition Globally
For the first time, obesity surpasses underweight as the leading form of malnutrition among children and adolescents aged 5-19 globally, driven by increased consumption of ultra-processed foods, according to a new UNICEF report.
Childhood Obesity Surpasses Undernutrition Globally
For the first time, obesity surpasses underweight as the leading form of malnutrition among children and adolescents aged 5-19 globally, driven by increased consumption of ultra-processed foods, according to a new UNICEF report.
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Global Childhood Obesity Surpasses Underweight for the First Time
A new UNICEF report reveals that worldwide, more children and adolescents are obese than underweight, with obesity rates among 5-19 year-olds rising from 3 percent in 2000 to 9.4 percent in 2024, while underweight rates decreased from nearly 13 percent to 9.2 percent.
Global Childhood Obesity Surpasses Underweight for the First Time
A new UNICEF report reveals that worldwide, more children and adolescents are obese than underweight, with obesity rates among 5-19 year-olds rising from 3 percent in 2000 to 9.4 percent in 2024, while underweight rates decreased from nearly 13 percent to 9.2 percent.
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Childhood Obesity in South Africa: A Growing Concern
The number of overweight South African children is rising sharply, driven by factors including increased access to affordable fast food and marketing targeting young people, highlighting the need for public health interventions.
Childhood Obesity in South Africa: A Growing Concern
The number of overweight South African children is rising sharply, driven by factors including increased access to affordable fast food and marketing targeting young people, highlighting the need for public health interventions.
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Childhood Obesity Overtakes Underweight as Most Common Malnutrition Form
According to a new Unicef report, overweight has surpassed underweight as the most prevalent form of malnutrition among children and adolescents globally, with obesity rates rising from 3 percent to 9.4 percent since 2000, while underweight decreased from 13 percent to 9.2 percent.
Childhood Obesity Overtakes Underweight as Most Common Malnutrition Form
According to a new Unicef report, overweight has surpassed underweight as the most prevalent form of malnutrition among children and adolescents globally, with obesity rates rising from 3 percent to 9.4 percent since 2000, while underweight decreased from 13 percent to 9.2 percent.
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Genetic Test Predicts Childhood Obesity Risk with Improved Accuracy
A new genetic test, using a polygenic risk score (PGS), can predict a child's risk of developing severe obesity as an adult, with an accuracy twice that of previous methods, based on a global study of over five million individuals; the test works best for those of European ancestry.
Genetic Test Predicts Childhood Obesity Risk with Improved Accuracy
A new genetic test, using a polygenic risk score (PGS), can predict a child's risk of developing severe obesity as an adult, with an accuracy twice that of previous methods, based on a global study of over five million individuals; the test works best for those of European ancestry.
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Presidential Fitness Test Reinstated
President Trump will sign an executive order reinstating the Presidential Fitness Test in public schools, effective immediately, to combat childhood obesity and promote healthier lifestyles, with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. overseeing its implementation.
Presidential Fitness Test Reinstated
President Trump will sign an executive order reinstating the Presidential Fitness Test in public schools, effective immediately, to combat childhood obesity and promote healthier lifestyles, with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. overseeing its implementation.
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Childhood Obesity Surpasses Underweight Globally
A UN report reveals that for the first time, more children worldwide are obese than underweight, driven by the rise of ultra-processed foods, impacting health and development.
Childhood Obesity Surpasses Underweight Globally
A UN report reveals that for the first time, more children worldwide are obese than underweight, driven by the rise of ultra-processed foods, impacting health and development.
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Trump Administration Releases Second Make America Healthy Again Report on Childhood Chronic Illnesses
The Trump administration released its second Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) report on childhood chronic illnesses, prioritizing an overhaul of the vaccine injury system and tighter prescription oversight while avoiding direct restrictions on pesticides, despite previous statements.
Trump Administration Releases Second Make America Healthy Again Report on Childhood Chronic Illnesses
The Trump administration released its second Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) report on childhood chronic illnesses, prioritizing an overhaul of the vaccine injury system and tighter prescription oversight while avoiding direct restrictions on pesticides, despite previous statements.
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Childhood Obesity Surpasses Underweight as Leading Malnutrition Form
According to a new UNICEF report, obesity has overtaken underweight as the most prevalent form of malnutrition among children and adolescents globally, rising from 3 percent to 9.4 percent since 2000, while underweight decreased from 13 percent to 9.2 percent.
Childhood Obesity Surpasses Underweight as Leading Malnutrition Form
According to a new UNICEF report, obesity has overtaken underweight as the most prevalent form of malnutrition among children and adolescents globally, rising from 3 percent to 9.4 percent since 2000, while underweight decreased from 13 percent to 9.2 percent.
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Increased Consumption of Sugary and Caffeinated Drinks Among Spanish Youth
A recent study reveals a 31% rise in energy drink consumption among Spanish youth from 2018 to 2024, with 40% of minors consuming them daily, prompting health concerns and calls for stricter regulations.
Increased Consumption of Sugary and Caffeinated Drinks Among Spanish Youth
A recent study reveals a 31% rise in energy drink consumption among Spanish youth from 2018 to 2024, with 40% of minors consuming them daily, prompting health concerns and calls for stricter regulations.
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40% Bias Score
Debunking Childhood Obesity Myths: Long-Term Health Risks and Effective Interventions
This article dispels three common misconceptions surrounding childhood obesity: that chubby babies are healthy, that children outgrow obesity, and that avoiding sweets is sufficient for preventing weight gain. It emphasizes the need for a balanced diet, professional guidance, and addressing societal...
Debunking Childhood Obesity Myths: Long-Term Health Risks and Effective Interventions
This article dispels three common misconceptions surrounding childhood obesity: that chubby babies are healthy, that children outgrow obesity, and that avoiding sweets is sufficient for preventing weight gain. It emphasizes the need for a balanced diet, professional guidance, and addressing societal...
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20% Bias Score
Meal Timing and Childhood Obesity in Spain: A Study of Metabolic Impacts
A study of 880 Spanish schoolchildren (ages 8–13) found that while later breakfasts, dinners, or prolonged eating windows didn't directly correlate with higher obesity, they did affect metabolic markers and diet quality, suggesting that meal timing is a significant factor in preventing childhood obe...
Meal Timing and Childhood Obesity in Spain: A Study of Metabolic Impacts
A study of 880 Spanish schoolchildren (ages 8–13) found that while later breakfasts, dinners, or prolonged eating windows didn't directly correlate with higher obesity, they did affect metabolic markers and diet quality, suggesting that meal timing is a significant factor in preventing childhood obe...
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