Evaluation of Obesity Frequency and Quality of School Life in Primary School Students: Descriptive-Cross-Sectional Study

Abstract

Obesity is a chronic, metabolic disorder resulting from excessive fat accumulation, which is a public health issue seen in all age groups, races, ethnicity and many countries. The obesity frequency is consistently increasing in both adolescents and children. 1 Recent studies have shown that obesity is a threat for both adults and children. 2