Someshwar Jean, Someshwar Shiv, Perkins Kathaleen C
Department of Pediatrics, West Virginia University, Morgantown 26505, USA.
Pediatr Ann. 2006 Mar;35(3):180-6. doi: 10.3928/0090-4481-20060301-11.
Childhood obesity is one of the formidable challenges that healthcare providers face. Early recognition and implementation of preventive strategies is crucial in combating this problem. Inculcation of a healthy lifestyle in our youth by encouraging physical activity, decreasing sedentary pastimes, and making healthy food choices is critical right from the start, before poor habits become ingrained. More research is needed to find more effective ways to treat obesity in childhood and adolescence.
儿童肥胖是医疗保健人员面临的严峻挑战之一。早期识别并实施预防策略对于应对这一问题至关重要。从一开始，在不良习惯形成之前，通过鼓励体育活动、减少久坐消遣以及做出健康的食物选择，向青少年灌输健康的生活方式至关重要。需要开展更多研究以找到更有效的方法来治疗儿童和青少年肥胖症。
