According to reports, one-third of children aged 2 to 19 have a BMI >85th percentile, and 18.5% have a BMI >95th percentile. Thus affecting 13.7 million children in the United States and 340 million children worldwide. Childhood Obesity week is being celebrated from 6th Jul - 12th Jul 2020. The prevalence of excess weight, obesity, overweight and severe obesity is higher … [Read more...]
Too Much Weight During Pregnancy Vs. Kid’s Obesity
Eating healthily during those all-important nine months can stop your child becoming obese, and avoid mental-health and social issues. Researches have confirmed that an in-utero diet high in fat or sugar can lead to the child growing up obese. “A mother’s diet during pregnancy can alter the DNA of her child and increase the risk of obesity,” reported BBC … [Read more...]
