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Complementary and Integrative Approaches to Prevention and Treatment of Child and Adolescent Obesity

Swapna N Deshpande1, Deborah R Simkin2

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, Oklahoma State University, 5310 E 31st St, Tulsa, OK 74135, USA.

Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America
|May 5, 2023
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Childhood obesity is a growing global health issue. Early lifestyle interventions, including diet, exercise, and sleep, can effectively prevent and manage pediatric obesity by addressing gut dysbiosis and inflammation.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Endocrinology
  • Public Health Nutrition
  • Integrative Medicine

Background:

  • Childhood obesity presents a significant global health challenge with rising prevalence.
  • Obesity in children is linked to long-term health complications and associated with gut dysbiosis and inflammation.
  • Early interventions are crucial for preventing obesity and mitigating its health impacts in children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current research on complementary and integrative approaches for pediatric obesity prevention and treatment.
  • To highlight the role of lifestyle interventions in managing childhood obesity.
  • To explore the connection between gut health, inflammation, and pediatric obesity.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on childhood obesity interventions.
  • Analysis of research on lifestyle modifications (diet, exercise, sleep, mindfulness).
  • Examination of the role of gut dysbiosis and inflammation in pediatric obesity.

Main Results:

  • Intensive lifestyle interventions, including parent education and motivational interviewing, show promise.
  • Mindfulness and sleep improvement strategies can help alleviate obesity risks.
  • Dysbiosis and inflammation are key factors associated with childhood obesity.

Conclusions:

  • Complementary and integrative approaches offer potential strategies for preventing and treating childhood obesity.
  • Lifestyle interventions targeting diet, exercise, sleep, and mental well-being are effective.
  • Addressing gut health and inflammation is important in pediatric obesity management.

Keywords:
AdolescentChildInflammationIntensive lifestyle interventionMicrobiomeObesityPreventionTreatment

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