Determinants, Screening, Prevention and Management of Obesity in Youth: New Evidence and Horizons

Abstract

The prevalence of obesity has significantly increased over the last four decades worldwide [...]

Effect of a Supervised Exercise Program on Overweight and Obese Adolescents in the School Environment: A Pretest-Posttest Design

“…[5][6][7] Obesity is a multifactorial disease characterized by the process of excessive accumulation of body fat, manifested within metabolic tissues, including adipose tissue and liver, and may be induced by the release of different cytokines and adipokines, harming both quality of life and longevity. 2,[8][9][10][11][12][13][14] Moreover, this epidemic has not only affected adults, but it has also alarmingly affected children and youth worldwide. 7 Additional negative factors caused by obesity concern psychosocial aspects, such as decreased self-esteem, social stigma, isolation, and the worsening of quality of life and health, which may extend into adulthood.…”

“…Obesity is a multifactorial disease characterized by the process of excessive accumulation of body fat, manifested within metabolic tissues, including adipose tissue and liver, and may be induced by the release of different cytokines and adipokines, harming both quality of life and longevity. 2,8-14 Moreover, this epidemic has not only affected adults, but it has also alarmingly affected children and youth worldwide. 7…”