Overweight and Obesity in Children under 5 Years: Surveillance Opportunities and Challenges for the wHO european Region

Type Journal Article - Frontiers in public health
Title Overweight and Obesity in Children under 5 Years: Surveillance Opportunities and Challenges for the wHO european Region
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Volume 5
Publication (Day/Month/Year) 2017
URL https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5389968/
Abstract
Many children who have overweight or obesity before puberty can develop obesity in early adulthood, which is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. The preschool years (ages 0–5) represents a point of opportunity for children to be active, develop healthy eating habits, and maintain healthy growth. Surveillance of childhood overweight and obesity in this age group can help inform future policies and interventions.

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