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The effectiveness of a stage-based lifestyle modification intervention for obese children

Nor Baizura Md Yusop1, Zalilah Mohd Shariff2, Ting Tzer Hwu3

  • 1Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400, Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia.

BMC Public Health
|March 2, 2018
PubMed

Insights

A stage-based lifestyle intervention improved weight management in obese children by increasing physical activity. This approach showed effectiveness in controlling obesity indicators compared to standard care.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Endocrinology
  • Behavioral Medicine
  • Public Health Nutrition

Background:

  • Childhood obesity management requires interventions targeting dietary intake and physical activity.
  • Behavioral modifications are crucial for effective obesity treatment in pediatric populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the effectiveness of a stage-based lifestyle modification intervention for obese children.
  • To evaluate changes in body composition, physical activity, and dietary intake following the intervention.

Main Methods:

  • A randomized controlled trial involving 50 obese children aged 7-11 years.
  • Intervention group received stage-based lifestyle modifications; control group received standard treatment.
  • Data collection occurred at baseline, monthly follow-ups, and six months post-intervention.

Main Results:

  • The intervention group showed a significantly lower increase in weight and waist circumference compared to the control group.
  • Body Mass Index (BMI)-for-age z scores significantly decreased in the intervention group.
  • Physical activity levels significantly increased in the intervention group, unlike the control group.

Conclusions:

  • A stage-based intervention focusing on dietary and physical activity behaviors can be effective for managing childhood obesity.
  • This approach demonstrates potential for improving key obesity indicators in children.
Abstract

Keywords:
Body compositionDietary intakeLifestyle interventionObese childrenPhysical activity

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