Prevalence and causes of childhood obesity

John J Reilly

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Abstract

The recent epidemic of childhood obesity has raised concern because of the possible clinical and public health consequences. However, there remains a widespread perception among health professionals that childhood obesity is a largely cosmetic problem, with minor clinical effects.
Original languageEnglish
JournalCAB Reviews: Perspectives in Agriculture, Veterinary Science, Nutrition and Natural Resources
Publication statusPublished - 2006

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Keywords

  • childhood obesity
  • paediatric obesity
  • child health

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Reilly, John J. / Prevalence and causes of childhood obesity. In: CAB Reviews: Perspectives in Agriculture, Veterinary Science, Nutrition and Natural Resources. 2006.
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