Pediatric Obesity and Its Impact
*Corresponding Author:Received Date: Oct 01, 2024 / Published Date: Oct 29, 2024
Citation: Laila H (2024) Pediatric Obesity and Its Impact. J Paediatr Med Sur 8: 302.DOI: 10.4172/jpms.1000302
Copyright: 漏 2024 Laila H. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.
Abstract
Pediatric obesity has emerged as a significant public health issue, characterized by excessive body weight and
associated metabolic disorders in children and adolescents. This article reviews the prevalence, risk factors, and
health consequences of pediatric obesity and its link to metabolic abnormalities such as insulin resistance, type
2 diabetes, dyslipidemia, hypertension, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The increasing incidence
of these conditions underscores the urgent need for effective prevention and intervention strategies. Addressing
pediatric obesity requires a multi-faceted approach involving parents, healthcare providers, schools, and communities
to foster healthier environments and promote physical activity and balanced nutrition.
