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Factors associated with obesity in primary-school children in Singapore

M A Yap1, W L Tan

  • 1Food and Nutrition Department, Ministry of Health, Singapore.

Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition
|December 20, 2013
PubMed

Insights

Childhood obesity in Singapore is rising. Obese children consumed more fried and sweet foods and often had obese parents, highlighting key factors for intervention.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Public Health
  • Nutrition Science

Background:

  • Singapore has seen a concerning rise in childhood obesity over the past 15 years.
  • Obesity in primary school children presents a significant public health challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify factors associated with obesity in Singaporean primary school children.
  • To investigate the roles of dietary habits, physical activity, and family history.

Main Methods:

  • A case-control study involving 400 primary school children and their parents.
  • Data collection included dietary intake, activity patterns, family history, and social factors.

Main Results:

  • Obese children consumed more deep-fried and sweet foods compared to non-obese children.
  • A higher likelihood of obesity was observed in children with at least one obese parent or sibling.
  • Family history and specific dietary patterns are significant risk factors.

Conclusions:

  • Dietary factors, particularly high intake of fried and sweet foods, are strongly linked to childhood obesity.
  • Genetic predisposition and parental obesity play a role in the development of childhood obesity.
  • Targeted interventions focusing on diet and family-based approaches are recommended.

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