Relationship Between Childhood Obesity and Junk Foods
Abstract
Childhood obesity has reached epidemic levels in developed as well as in developing
countries. Overweight and obesity in childhood are known to have significant impact on both
physical and psychological health.The mechanism of obesity development is not fully
understood and it is believed to be a disorder with multiple causes like environmental factors,
lifestyle preferences, and cultural environment play an important roles in the rising incidence
and prevalence of obesity worldwide. In general, overweight and obesity are assumed to be
the results of an increase in calorie intake, dirty carbohydrates and fat intake. Childhood
obesity can profoundly affect children's physical health, social, and emotional well-being,
and self-esteem. It is also associated with poor academic performance and a lower quality of
life experienced by the child. Many co-morbid conditions like metabolic, cardiovascular,
orthopedic,neurological, hepatic, pulmonary, and renal disorders are also seen in association
with childhood obesity.
How to cite this article:
Jaan Y, Bassan S. Relationship Between Childhood
Obesity and Junk Foods. Ind J Holist Nurs.
2024;15(4):7-13.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/2348.2133.202411
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