Preschoolers with better fitness have sharper brains, study finds
New research reveals that preschoolers who jump, run, and play more develop stronger memory and problem-solving skills—highlighting the critical role ...
Tag: Childhood Obesity
Childhood obesity treatment reduces long-term health risks but not depression
When children with obesity undergo weight-loss treatment, the effects have repercussions later in life and the risk of serious health ...
Childhood obesity: How the first 2,000 days hold the key to lifelong health
Targeting the first 2,000 days of life with comprehensive strategies can significantly reduce childhood obesity, tackling a global issue with ...
High linoleic acid intake during pregnancy may harm fetal growth and raise obesity risk
Sep 10 2024 New research reveals potential dangers of common dietary fats during pregnancy, highlighting the need for balanced nutrition ...
Global trends in sugar-sweetened beverage consumption among children and adolescents
In a recent study published in BMJ, researchers quantify the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) and examine these trends among ...
Fish oil supplement taken by fathers may help combat childhood obesity
A study performed in mice has uncovered a potential new tool to combat the escalating issue of childhood obesity. The ...
Study uncovers gut microbes' role in childhood obesity
In a recent study published in the journal Clinical Nutrition ESPEN, researchers explored causal associations between the gut microbiome and ...
Light physical activity can be a powerful tool for combating childhood obesity
Increased sedentary time from childhood through young adulthood caused increased body fat and abdominal fat in a new follow-up study. ...
Light activity holds promise for combating childhood obesity
Increased sedentary time from childhood through young adulthood caused increased body fat and abdominal fat in a new follow-up study. ...
Plant-based diets regulate gestational weight gain in early pregnancy
A recent study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition examined the association between an increasing trend towards plant-based ...
