The document discusses childhood obesity, including its prevalence, definition, causes, medical complications, and approaches to management and prevention. Some key points are: - The prevalence of childhood obesity has been increasing in the US since the 1980s and now affects around 15% of children and adolescents. - Obesity is defined using BMI percentiles, with overweight being 85th percentile and obesity being 95th percentile or above based on age and sex. - Causes include dietary, lifestyle, genetic, and medical factors. Screen time and decreased physical activity are significant contributors. - Medical complications can include sleep apnea, joint problems, and increased risk of diabetes and heart disease. - Management involves diet, exercise,

1. CHILDHOOD OBESITY PEDIATRIC NUTRITION Shweta k M.Sc. DIETETICS-II