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Edlin Glane Mathias1,2, Siva N3, Elstin Anburaj S2

  • 1Department of Health Technology and Informatics, Prasanna School of Public Health, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, MAHE, Udupi district, Karnataka, India.

Digital Health
|April 6, 2026
PubMed

Insights

Digital health interventions, particularly mobile and SMS-based tools, show promise for managing childhood obesity. Integrating these strategies into public health can improve weight management for children and adolescents.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Digital Health
  • Pediatric Obesity

Background:

  • Childhood obesity is a significant global health concern requiring effective interventions.
  • Early management is crucial to mitigate long-term health consequences.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of digital health interventions for controlling and managing obesity in children and adolescents.
  • This umbrella review synthesizes evidence on various digital health approaches.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic search of multiple databases (PubMed, CINAHL, Cochrane Library, etc.) was conducted.
  • Included systematic reviews focused on individuals aged 18 years or younger who were overweight or obese.
  • Interventions encompassed mobile health (mHealth), eHealth, telehealth, and wearables; primary outcomes included BMI and BMI z-scores.

Main Results:

  • Twenty-seven systematic reviews were included in the analysis.
  • Mobile and SMS-based interventions demonstrated significant potential for reducing BMI and promoting behavioral changes.
  • Various digital health modalities were explored, including apps, telehealth, and wearable devices.

Conclusions:

  • Digital interventions, especially those using mobile and SMS platforms, are promising for childhood obesity management.
  • Integrating these digital health strategies into public health initiatives can enhance weight management outcomes for pediatric populations.
Abstract

Keywords:
BMIChildhood obesitybehavior changedigital healtheHealthmHealthpublic health

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