Childhood Obesity

Opinion: Blaming Obesity Is Not The Solution To Coronavirus

Health campaigns, a weight loss app or even banning adverts and promotion deals will not help the poorest households afford a healthy diet, Dr Nisreen Alwan writes.
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‘Completely Unenforceable’: What People Make Of Plan To Ban Food And Drink On Public Transport

Dame Sally Davies made the suggestion in her final report as outgoing Chief Medical Officer for England.
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Diabetes Symptoms: How To Spot Type 2 In Children

Cases in children are on the rise. Here are seven signs parents should watch for.
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This Is Why Peppa Pig Shouldn't Appear On 'Unhealthy' Kids' Food, Say Campaigners

Parents said characters result in kids pestering them for sweets and snacks.
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Nearly 1 In 4 Of Us Have Already Scoffed An Easter Egg This Year – Here's Why That's A Problem

Supermarkets selling Easter treats far too early, health officials warn.
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Study Slammed For Blaming Working Mums For Childhood Obesity

“Still waiting for that study on the impact of poorly thought-through research reported by misogynist media outlets.”
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Revealed: NHS Trusts Bringing In Extra Mortuary Equipment For Severely Obese Bodies

Obesity is projected to cost the health service around £10bn by 2050.
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How To Cut Down Your Family’s Sugar Intake

Public Health England have launched a new campaign aimed at helping families cut down on their sugar intake. Child obesity is at an all time high and children are consuming an excess 2,800 sugar cubes a year. There are some easy swaps to be made in order to lower this and give children a healthier option.
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Kids Who Skip Breakfast More Likely To Be Overweight, So Here Are Some Quick And Healthy Ideas

Cereal isn't necessarily a no-no 🥣
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Junk Food Ads Banned From London Tube And Bus Stops In Bid To Tackle Obesity

40% of 10-11 year olds in the capital are overweight or obese.
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