Brazil faces childhood obesity and growth deficits among indigenous people, says study
A study reveals a troubling dual nutritional challenge in Brazil, highlighting rising childhood obesity rates alongside persistent growth deficiencies in vulnerable groups, particularly among indigenous children.
Questioning Social Responsibility Beyond Individual Choices in the Era of Excess Sugar Intake
Social discussions on President Lee Jae-myung's proposed 'sugar levy' have intensified, highlighting the increased rates of childhood obesity linked to sugary drinks.
Childhood obesity causes early vascular damage, says study with children from São Paulo
A study reveals that childhood obesity significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular damage in children, indicating a need for early intervention and public health policies.
Ministry of Health: Encouraging data from the childhood obesity program, over 1.5 referrals for kidney failure tests
The Ministry of Health reported encouraging results from its childhood obesity program and the expansion of the program to cover kidney dysfunction with over 36,460 recipients for free obesity treatment.
UK bans junk food ads to fight childhood obesity
The UK government has implemented a ban on junk food advertisements to combat the growing issue of childhood obesity.
Junk food advertising banned before 9pm - but views on the new rules are mixed
The UK has implemented new regulations banning junk food advertising before 9pm in an effort to combat rising childhood obesity rates, although opinions on the effectiveness of these rules are divided.
Ban on TV junk food advertising before 9pm comes into force in UK
The UK has enacted a ban on junk food advertising on television before 9pm and a total online ban in an effort to combat childhood obesity.
New TV advert ban starts Monday in 5.30am to 9pm change update
Starting Monday, a new ban on advertising unhealthy food will be enforced to combat childhood obesity, restricting ads for HFSS products on TV from 5.30am to 9pm.