When considering future development of care, it is worthwhile to remember that childhood obesity is a long-term condition with associated co-morbidities, many of which are not always readily identifiable. Clinical studies suggest that almost 50% of obese children exhibit pre- or grade 1 or 2 high blood pressure hypertension, another 29% exhibit high cholesterol levels, 44% exhibit more than 5% fat in their livers and 74% exhibit more than 5% fat in their muscles. Additionally, may children suffer from endocrinological, orthopaedic and psychological. Furthermore, future health risks loom and a significant risk of cardiovascular disease, metabolic disease and cancer seems to be non-ignorable in adulthood.
How can overweight and obesity be reduced