Change in Weight Status Among Children Who Do and Do Not Participate in Intensive Health Behavior and Lifestyle Treatment for Obesity

Conclusions: While structured weight management programs have a significant impact on weight status, those who received some counseling by their PCP did not show significant increases in weight status and were relatively weight stable. Efforts should be broadened to support PCPs as they provide weight management counseling in the office.PMID:38265804 | DOI:10.1089/chi.2023.0114
Source: Childhood Obesity - Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Authors: Source Type: research