One explanation for the rise in obesity in industrialized countries is that people burn fewer calories than people in countries where obesity is rare. A major study finds that's not the case.| NPR
Obesity is the most prevalent nutritional disorder among children and adolescents in the United States. Approximately 21-24% of American children and adolescents are overweight, and another 16-18% is obese; the prevalence of obesity is highest among specific ethnic groups.| emedicine.medscape.com
Background The aim of this study was to systematically evaluate the effects of exercise on cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors in overweight and obese children and adolescents. Methods Two independent reviewers conducted a comprehensive search of databases, including PubMed, the Cochrane Library, Embase, Web of Science, CNKI, and Wan Fang, covering the period from January 1, 2008, to May 19, 2025. Eligible randomised controlled trials (RCTs) were included in the meta-analysis. Sensitivi...| BioMed Central
