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    Childhood obesity prevention programs show effectiveness in reducing Body Mass Index (BMI), especially for children aged 6-12 years. Further research is needed to identify optimal strategies and long-term impacts.

    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Pediatrics
    • Epidemiology

    Background:

    • Childhood obesity is a global health concern with significant implications for long-term health and well-being.
    • Existing evidence on effective prevention strategies requires further clarification.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To update the Cochrane review on childhood obesity prevention research.
    • To assess the effectiveness of interventions in preventing childhood obesity, measured by Body Mass Index (BMI) changes.
    • To explore program characteristics, target populations, and cost-effectiveness.

    Main Methods:

    • Systematic review and meta-analysis of controlled childhood obesity prevention studies.
    • Inclusion of studies with interventions lasting 12 weeks or more.
    • Data extraction on implementation, cost, equity, and outcomes, with subgroup analysis by age.

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    • 55 studies were included, with meta-analysis of 37 studies (27,946 children).
    • Interventions demonstrated a significant, albeit modest, reduction in adiposity (BMI/zBMI: -0.15 kg/m2).
    • Effectiveness varied by age group, with the greatest impact observed in 0-5 year olds, but heterogeneity was high.

    Conclusions:

    • Childhood obesity prevention programs are effective, particularly for 6-12 year olds, but findings should be interpreted cautiously due to heterogeneity.
    • Promising strategies include school-based healthy eating and physical activity initiatives, improved school food quality, and parent support.
    • Future research should focus on strengthening study designs, long-term outcomes, equity, cost-effectiveness, and system-level integration.