Addressing Pediatric Obesity in Clinic:

Global Pediatric Health

George G. A.Pujalte¹ 

关键词: children;    infants;    obesity;    weight reduction;    exercise;    physical activity;    health promotion;    disease prevention;   

DOI  :  10.1177/2333794X17736971

学科分类：医学（综合）

来源: Sage Journals

【 摘 要 】

There is an epidemic of pediatric obesity in the United States. In most cases, there is an excess in the amount of calories consumed, compared with the amount of calories expended. Numerous body systems are affected by pediatric obesity, with complications varying between boys and girls. Behavioral, genetic, and environmental factors affect the ability of children to avoid becoming obese. Primary care physicians should screen for obesity in children as much as possible. Associated risk factors for obesity should be uncovered. Methods of preventing obesity should be discussed routinely with children and their families. Healthy dietary habits are key, and so are family-oriented interventions, such as eating together at dinnertime. One hour of moderate to vigorous activity daily is recommended for children and adolescents. While pediatric bariatric surgery is an option, there are also numerous nonpharmacological and pharmacological measures available as management for pediatric obesity. Family-based approach...

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