Childhood obesity

Childhood obesity is a serious health condition where a child has excess body fat for their age, height, and gender, often resulting from a mix of poor diet, lack of exercise, genetics, and environmental factors. It significantly raises the risk of developing health problems like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and psychological issues such as low self-esteem and depression.

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Obesity and Cancer: Understanding the Connection

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Obesity is a medical condition marked by an excessive accumulation and distribution of body fat. Individuals suffering from obesity face a significantly heightened risk of developing numerous health issues, including diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, strokes, and at least 13 different types of cancer. Furthermore, they are at an increased risk of mortality from various causes

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Childhood Obesity Increases Risk Of Hip Disease In Adolescence

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A new study has found that childhood obesity can increase risk of hip diseases in adolescence. Significant hip deformities affect around 1 in 500 children and Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE) is the most common hip disease in adolescents. The condition always requires surgery, can cause significant pain and often leads to a hip replacement

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