[Childhood obesity and lung function impairment mechanism analysis and exercise intervention pathways]
1Department of General Medicine, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China Department of Pediatrics, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing 100191, China.
Zhonghua Yu Fang Yi Xue Za Zhi [Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine]
|December 22, 2025
Summary
Childhood obesity negatively impacts respiratory health. Exercise intervention effectively improves body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, and lung function in obese children.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Pulmonology
- Public Health
- Exercise Science
Background:
- Childhood obesity is a growing global health concern.
- Obesity is linked to metabolic diseases and adverse respiratory effects in children.
- Pulmonary function impairments are a significant consequence of childhood obesity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the effects of obesity on children's respiratory systems.
- To explore the mechanisms underlying these respiratory impacts.
- To evaluate the efficacy of exercise as an intervention for childhood obesity and related respiratory issues.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of studies on childhood obesity and respiratory health.
- Analysis of multi-level impacts of obesity on pediatric respiratory systems.
- Examination of exercise intervention strategies and their outcomes.
Main Results:
- Obesity negatively affects children's respiratory system through various mechanisms.
- Exercise intervention improves body composition and cardiorespiratory fitness.
- Exercise effectively enhances pulmonary function in obese children by modulating inflammation.
Conclusions:
- Exercise is a potent non-pharmacological intervention for childhood obesity.
- Exercise improves respiratory health in obese children by optimizing body composition and reducing inflammation.
- Further research is needed to refine exercise protocols and understand long-term effects for comprehensive management.
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