The Increase in Childhood Obesity and Its Association with Hypertension during Pandemics

Vasile, Corina Maria; Padovani, Paul; Rujinski, Stefan Dumitrache; Nicolosu, Dragos; Toma, Claudia; Turcu, Adina Andreea; Cioboata, Ramona

doi:10.3390/jcm12185909

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“…[2] Enrolled in 4th or 5th standard at Nootan Sarva Vidhyalaya School. [3] Parental consent obtained.…”

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Effect of aerobic exercise on anthropometric parameters among Indian primary school children

Mahalakshmi

2024

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Childhood obesity is a global public health concern with significant implications for long-term health. This study addresses the rising rates of obesity among school-age children (10-12 years) and investigates the effectiveness of aerobic exercise interventions in improving anthropometric parameters, specifically focusing on BMI and mid-arm circumference (MAC). The study emphasizes the role of schools in shaping children's behaviors and aims to contribute empirical evidence to inform health promotion strategies for this demographic. The research employs a quasi-experimental design, involving 60 school-age children in Visnagar, Gujarat, India. The 12-week aerobic exercise intervention, conducted three times a week, comprises activities like running, jumping jacks, and dance routines. Data collection includes sociodemographic information, BMI, and MAC measurements. The study design, participant criteria, and intervention details are carefully outlined. Socio-demographic variables such as age and monthly family income significantly influence BMI, highlighting the importance of considering these factors in interventions. Pretest results show 80% of children classified as overweight, reducing to 58.3% post-intervention. The mean BMI significantly decreases from 24.41 to 22.84 (p < 0.05), indicating the positive impact of aerobic exercise. The study also explores the association between BMI, MAC, and socio-demographic variables through chi-square tests. Data shows the prevalence of overweight and obesity among school-age children and demonstrates the effectiveness of a 12-week aerobic exercise program in improving BMI. Findings align with existing literature on the positive impact of physical activity on weight management in children.

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“…[2] Enrolled in 4th or 5th standard at Nootan Sarva Vidhyalaya School. [3] Parental consent obtained.…”

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confidence: 99%

Effect of aerobic exercise on anthropometric parameters among Indian primary school children

Mahalakshmi

2024

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“…Finally, the management of obesityrelated hypertension requires a multifaceted approach that targets lifestyle modifications and weight loss. The timely identification of metabolic complications is essential and requires pharmacologic treatment to prevent cardiovascular diseases [109].…”

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The Ongoing Impact of COVID-19 on Pediatric Obesity

Iacopetta,

Catalano,

Ceramella

et al. 2024

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In the developed world, pediatric obesity (PO) has been a major health concern since the last century, and this condition may lead to detrimental life-long physical and mental comorbidities. Currently, its prevalence has increased in low- and middle-income countries and in many high-income countries. Thus, the provision of effective and tailored care for children and their families has become vital. The social consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic are known everywhere, and among these, it has been argued that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on PO. Overall, the growth of PO over the last decade has been enhanced by the pandemic. During the COVID-19 pandemic, children, adolescents and young adults gained weight as the pediatric population dealt with sedentary lifestyles and changes in food habits. In this review, we want to highlight the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic had on PO.

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“…Thus, childhood is the period during which healthy and unhealthy physical activity habits are established [ 19 ]. However, the increasing prevalence of physical inactivity among children has become a worrying trend, contributing significantly to the rise in childhood obesity [ 20 , 21 ]. In this context, the waist-to-height ratio (WtHR) has been identified as a pediatric indicator of health [ 22 ].…”

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Breastfeeding, Walking Onset, and Abdominal Obesity Are Determinants of Physical Fitness among Latin American and Spanish Schoolchildren: A Cross-Cultural Study

Andrade-Lara,

Cabrera Linares,

Párraga Montilla

et al. 2024

Epidemiologia

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Objective: To comp+are levels of physical fitness between Ecuador and Spain and identify whether breastfeeding period, walking onset, and abdominal obesity are determinants of physical performance in schoolchildren from Ecuador and Spain. Methods: a total of 352 schoolchildren (6–12 years old) from Ecuador (n = 176) and Spain (n = 176) joined in this study. Anthropometric measures, socio-demographic characteristics, and physical fitness were evaluated. Results: Spanish schoolchildren showed better performance in handgrip strength, standing long jump, and 25 m sprint (p = 0.021; p < 0.001; p < 0.001; p < 0.001, respectively). Furthermore, Spanish children showed better cardiorespiratory fitness (p < 0.001) and a higher VO2 max (p = 0.002) with regards to their peers. In addition, children from Ecuador and Spain showed an influence of breastfeeding period (p ranged from <0.001 to 0.043) and walking onset (p ranged from <0.001 to 0.032) on physical performance. Moreover, physical fitness components were protective factors of abdominal obesity in Ecuadorian and Spanish schoolchildren (p ranged from =0.001 to 0.049). Conclusions: Our findings revealed the influence of the infancy period and the onset of walking on children’s physical performance, highlighting the importance of these factors in motor development during early childhood and also their influence in middle childhood and throughout adulthood.

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The Increase in Childhood Obesity and Its Association with Hypertension during Pandemics

Cited by 17 publications

References 103 publications

Effect of aerobic exercise on anthropometric parameters among Indian primary school children

Effect of aerobic exercise on anthropometric parameters among Indian primary school children

The Ongoing Impact of COVID-19 on Pediatric Obesity

Breastfeeding, Walking Onset, and Abdominal Obesity Are Determinants of Physical Fitness among Latin American and Spanish Schoolchildren: A Cross-Cultural Study

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