Widening inequality fuelling rising childhood obesity

Widening inequalities in society are driving higher levels of obesity amongst deprived communities, according to a new study. Researchers at the University of Glasgow found higher rates of overweight and obesity in socioeconomically disadvantaged children despite an overall plateauing of childhood obesity levels in the UK since 2004.  Children from more deprived areas, non-white children,... Read moreThe post Widening inequality fuelling rising childhood obesity appeared first on Nursing in Practice.
Source: Nursing in Practice - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Obesity and nutrition Paediatrics Source Type: news