A new study by the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh has found that the burden of childhood obesity is rising among Indian kids. The study said 15 out of 100 school-going kids in India are overweight or obese.
Childhood obesity is fast rising in the country and this study just highlights the growing problem. Obesity is linked to diabetes and heart disease as well as sleep problems.
Obesity - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Complications, Treatment
Obesity is a condition where there is excess accumulation of body fat which poses a risk to the health of the individual. It can affect children and adults.
Obesity is a condition where there is excess accumulation of body fat which poses a risk to the health of the individual. It can affect children and adults.
Experts say children must be encouraged to play outdoors and regularly exercise so as to reduce the burden of obesity.
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The BMI calculator helps you assess your weight indicating if it is normal or if you are underweight or overweight, based on your height.
The BMI calculator helps you assess your weight indicating if it is normal or if you are underweight or overweight, based on your height.
