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Bookmark or Share- Childhood obesity - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo ClinicChildhood obesity can lead to various conditions, including type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. Learn how to protect your child's health.
- Obesity - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicObesity can occur at any age, even in young children. But as you age, hormonal changes and a less active lifestyle increase your risk of obesity. The amount of muscle in your body also tends to decrease with age.
- Childhood obesity - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicChildhood obesity is a serious medical condition that affects children and adolescents. It's particularly troubling because the extra pounds often start children on the path to health problems that were once considered adult problems — diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
- Pregnancy and obesity: Know the risks - Mayo ClinicUnderstand the risks of obesity during pregnancy — plus steps to promote a healthy pregnancy. By Mayo Clinic Staff Having a high body mass index (BMI) during pregnancy can have a major impact on your health and your baby's health.
- Obesity - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo ClinicPeople with obesity need to get at least 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity physical activity. This can help prevent further weight gain or maintain the loss of a modest amount of weight. You'll probably need to gradually increase the amount you exercise as your endurance and fitness improve. Keep moving.
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