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[Risk factors of children overweight and obesity]

Afifa Abdelkafi Koubaa1, Kawthar Younes, Zvinemira Gabsi

  • 1Groupement des Soins de Santé de Base de Monastir.

La Tunisie Medicale
|May 16, 2012
PubMed

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Childhood obesity is rising in Tunisia. Parental obesity, artificial feeding, and early food diversification are key risk factors. Exclusive breastfeeding for over six months may protect against obesity.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Endocrinology
  • Public Health Nutrition
  • Childhood Obesity Research

Context:

  • Rising prevalence of childhood obesity in Tunisia necessitates understanding local risk factors.
  • Early identification and management are crucial for preventing long-term health consequences.

Purpose:

  • To determine the prevalence of overweight and obesity in 4-6-year-old children in Monastir, Tunisia.
  • To investigate the association between childhood overweight/obesity and potential risk factors.

Summary:

  • A cross-sectional study of 121 children (aged 4-6) in Monastir found overweight and obesity prevalence of 9.1% and 11.6%, respectively.
  • Risk factors identified include parental obesity (OR=3.65), artificial feeding (OR=4.25), and early food diversification (OR=3.84).
  • Exclusive breastfeeding for ≥6 months showed a protective effect (OR=0).

Impact:

  • Findings highlight the need for targeted preventive strategies in Tunisia, including weight supervision and nutritional education.
  • Promoting physical activity and reducing sedentary behavior (e.g., television time) are essential components of a comprehensive strategy.
  • Understanding these specific risk factors can inform public health policies and interventions to combat childhood obesity in the region.
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