Obesity

The prevalence of children 2 to 5 years of age who are overweight or obese has doubled in the past 30 years. Chronic diseases associated with obesity in adulthood are now being seen in childhood, including type-2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, and sleep apnea.

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The obesity epidemic

Articles

• Simple Feeding Suggestions: Helping Parents Win the Battle Against Overweight
• Obesity Side Effects on the Rise: It's Time for an Energy Balance
• Making Sense of the Science: Results We Can Take to the Office

External links

• HealthyChildren.org
• TheMayoClinic.com
• CDC.gov
• ChooseMyPlate.gov