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[Obesity in children].

F Ben Mami Ben Miled1, S Dakhli, S Blouza

  • 1Institut National de Nutrition, Tunis.

La Tunisie Medicale
|October 12, 2000
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This study found 5.25% childhood obesity in 951 children aged 6-12 in Ariana. Obese children often had obese parents and unhealthy eating habits, indicating a need for early intervention.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Public Health
  • Nutrition Science

Background:

  • Childhood obesity is a growing global health concern.
  • Early identification and intervention are crucial for managing pediatric obesity.
  • Understanding the prevalence and associated factors in specific populations is essential.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the frequency of obesity among primary school children aged 6-12 years in Ariana.
  • To identify potential risk factors associated with obesity in this pediatric cohort.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective study was conducted involving 951 children from two primary schools in Ariana.
  • Children's weight and height were measured and compared to standard deviations.
  • Parental obesity, birth order, and dietary habits were assessed.

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Main Results:

  • The prevalence of obesity was found to be 5.25% (50 children).
  • Obese children exhibited weight and height exceeding 3 standard deviations above normal.
  • A significant proportion of obese children had one or two obese parents (66%) and were either the oldest or youngest child (74%).
  • Dietary analysis revealed excessive caloric intake, characterized by high sugar (hyperglucidic) and protein (hyperprotidic) content, along with behavioral eating issues.

Conclusions:

  • Childhood obesity is prevalent in the studied Ariana population.
  • Parental obesity and birth order are associated with childhood obesity.
  • Dietary patterns, including high sugar and protein intake and behavioral issues, contribute to childhood obesity.