Abstract
The problem of childhood obesity and the responsibility of primary care providers: a review
Highlights
Obesity-related behaviors are a leading cause of premature, preventable death in the United States, second only to smoking [1]
More can be done to battle childhood obesity, especially in primary care offices
The widespread consensus among researchers is that prevention is the best way to combat childhood obesity [11]
Summary
Obesity-related behaviors are a leading cause of premature, preventable death in the United States, second only to smoking [1]. Obesity is associated with many chronic diseases, including, but not limited to, hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, gallbladder disease, coronary artery disease, and hypercholesterolemia [2]. While these conditions typically affect adults, these comorbidities have become a growing concern in the pediatric population [3]. Rates of obesity are at epidemic levels, and American children have not been exempt. Primary care providers (PCPs) have a great responsibility to help children who suffer from this chronic disease; it is essential that they gain knowledge regarding the topic to effectively manage and treat their patients
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