childhood obesity
Maternal health key factor in determining childhood obesity
Other than junk food, here's another key factor in childhood obesity.
Excess screen time can result in childhood obesity
Too much screen time for children can lead to obesity.
Right pregnancy diet can control childhood obesity
New study finds ways to counter child obesity.
Once 'world's heaviest teen', Delhi boy undergoes surgery to shed over 30 kg
Mihir Jain, 14, at 237 kg wasn't able to open his eyes, as his face was puffy, and not able to stand properly, doctors said.
London bans junk food ads on public transport to fight child obesity
Almost 40 per cent of children aged 10 and 11 in UK city are overweight or obese, according to research compiled for Britain’s parliament.
Britain tries to tackle obesity by introducing sugar tax on soft drinks
The government hopes the tax will raise 163240 million per year, which it will spend on sports facilities and breakfast clubs.
Study finds obesity increases risk of cancer in adolescents
Research found how obesity has shifted certain cancers to younger age groups, and intensified cellular mechanisms promoting the diseases.
Obesity in children rising with media accessibility, say doctors
Mass media effects children’s health and physiologically, having an impact on socio-cultural functioning and psychological wellbeing.