Focusing on a single factor like the degree of BMI change among obese children is restrictive and can overlook other important health outcomes, claims a new study.
Obesity may Be Linked to Middle Ear Effusions in Children
Childhood obesity may be associated with a condition known as otitis media with effusion, which consists of fluid build-up in the middle ear space without symptoms of acute ear infection
Childhood obesity may be associated with a condition known as otitis media with effusion, which consists of fluid build-up in the middle ear space without symptoms of acute ear infection
The researchers measured BMI, degree of change in BMI, waist circumference, cardiovascular fitness, physical activity, sedentary behaviors, and self-esteem.
In their study, authors report improvements, in several of the parameters measured, independent of whether a child's BMI decreased, increased, or remained the same.
Australian Medical Association Not Satisfied Obesity Initiatives
The minister had announced a new ministerial taskforce for an anti-obesity campaign involving industry and the community.
The minister had announced a new ministerial taskforce for an anti-obesity campaign involving industry and the community.
The findings have been published in Childhood Obesity, a peer-reviewed journal.
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