Obesity is a complex issue, affecting both children and adults. Many factors contribute to it, including genetics, lifestyle choices, and medical conditions. But with early detection and effective treatment, overweight problems can be resolved.
In a recent study, the effectiveness of inpatient treatments for severely obese children was evaluated. The study included a randomized controlled trial, which reduces the risk of bias.
The results show that both moderately and severely obese children were able to significantly decrease their BMI-SD scores. However, this effect was not as strong for the older moderately obese children.
Children can be diagnosed with obesity by a doctor. Depending on the severity of the problem, they may be prescribed diet counseling or therapy. They can also have surgery. These treatments vary from child to child, but they generally involve an increase in physical activity. Several clinical trials are underway to find effective ways to treat the disease.
The treatment of overweight children is usually based on a family-focused approach. Clinicians can counsel parents on dietary and sleep habits and encourage mothers to breastfeed longer. They can also suggest limiting consumption of convenience foods that are high in fat and calories.
The main goal of treatment is to achieve a healthier body composition and improve metabolic parameters. The program may include exercises and increased physical activity, as well as dietary changes.
Childhood obesity is a long-term health problem. It can affect children in several ways, including development delay, heart disease, hypertension and sleep apnea. Consult the doctor for diagnosis and treatment if your child is overweight or has obstructive sleep apnea condition.
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