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action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /home4/hazem7ky/healthmedguru.com/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6114Childhood obesity is spreading like an epidemic in most countries of the world. In the past 4 decades, the world has seen an alarming rise in the proportions of children having obesity. Childhood obesity is considered one of the most serious public health challenges of the 21st century. Even in India, over\u00a010 million cases of childhood obesity are reported per year. Also called pediatric obesity, this problem has significant effects on the child\u2019s physical and psychological health. And these health issues may continue even in adulthood.<\/p>\n
Many children are chubby. That does not mean they are obese. Obesity is defined as an excess of body fat (BF). Different countries have different cut-off points for marking excess fatness as obesity in children and adolescents. But on an average, \u201cOverweight\u201d is defined as at or above the 95th percentile of body mass index (BMI)<\/a> for age. And \u201cat risk for overweight\u201d is defined as at 85th to 95th percentile of BMI for age.<\/p>\n An unhealthy lifestyle and eating habits are the biggest causes of obesity in children. Pampering by parents, their desire to give comfort to kids, and overprotectiveness may sometimes turn unhealthy for children. Children love junk food and soft drinks. But such highly processed food rich in calories, fat, and sugar can lead to obesity. Kids nowadays also live a less active life than their parents or grandparents. They are too dependent on being driven to places instead of walking. And they spend too much time with smartphones, televisions, and computers. This leads to a sedentary lifestyle. Children need outdoor activities and sports for healthy growth and strong bones.<\/p>\n Genetics may also play a role in pediatric obesity. And the family environment is also responsible. If the parents have an unhealthy lifestyle, children will learn and follow the same.<\/p>\nWhat causes obesity in children?<\/strong><\/h2>\n