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[School-based obesity prevention. How can it be realized?].

S Brandt1, A Moss, S Berg

  • 1Universitätsklinik für Kinder- und Jugendmedizin, Sektion Pädiatrische Endokrinologie und Diabetologie, Universität Ulm, Eythstr. 24, 89075, Ulm. stephanie.brandt@uniklinik-ulm.de

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Childhood obesity prevention is crucial, as therapy success rates are low. School-based programs combining nutrition, physical activity, and reduced screen time are effective for long-term results.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Pediatrics
  • Health Promotion

Background:

  • Childhood and adolescent obesity prevalence in Germany has risen over the last two decades.
  • Therapeutic interventions for obesity have limited success rates, highlighting the need for prevention.
  • Early life intervention is essential, making schools an optimal setting for prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review and compare the outcomes of school-based obesity prevention programs.
  • To identify effective methods and strategies for preventing childhood obesity in the school environment.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic literature search was performed for studies published between 1990 and 2009.
  • Twenty-two studies were included in the review, focusing on school-based prevention programs.
  • Interventions analyzed included modifications in nutrition, physical activity, and media consumption.

Main Results:

  • Combined interventions addressing nutrition, physical activity, and television viewing are effective in preventing childhood obesity.
  • Interventions lasting at least one year demonstrated better outcomes.
  • Specific effective strategies include installing water fountains, integrating "sugar-containing drinks" and "television viewing" into the curriculum, enhancing physical education, and increasing physical activity during the school day.

Conclusions:

  • School-based interventions are a viable and effective approach to combatting the rising prevalence of childhood obesity.
  • Comprehensive, long-term strategies integrating lifestyle modifications are recommended for successful prevention.
  • Policy and curriculum adjustments within schools are key to implementing effective obesity prevention programs.