Childhood Obesity

By: Lorraine Olivero-Rivera, MS, CS, FNP
Category: Obesity Prevention in Children

BRIEF ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Childhood obesity has tripled over the last three decades. Obesity is now considered the most prevalent nutritional disease among children. Carrying obesity into adulthood increases the potential for developing serious and often life-threatening medical conditions. Adopting a healthy lifestyle in childhood is the most practical way to prevent obesity.



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