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Childhood Overweight: What the Research Tells Us

The rapid increase in overweight among children and adolescents is generating widespread concern. On average, rates of overweight for boys and girls remain similar. Some groups of children are more affected by overweight than others. This paper discusses the health consequences of childhood obesity. A list of school interventions for obesity prevention is also included.

Related Organizations

Authorizing Institution
Center for Health and Health Care in Schools
Education Level
Elementary Secondary Education
Location
United States
Peer Reviewed
F
Publication Type
Reports - Descriptive
Published in
United States of America
Sponsor
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

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