Lack of activity in lockdown linked to sharp rise in childhood obesity

Amrit Virdi
Monday, January 29, 2024

Lifestyle changes for young children during Covid-19 lockdowns is a key factor in rising levels of childhood obesity among 10- and 11-year-olds, researchers have found.

Obesity levels decreased in reception aged children but rose and 10- and 11-year-olds. Picture: Adobe Stock/Pavla Zakova
Obesity levels decreased in reception aged children but rose and 10- and 11-year-olds. Picture: Adobe Stock/Pavla Zakova

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