Prevalence of Overweight and Obesity in Children and Adolescents from the Age Range of 2 to 19 Years Old in Brazil

Introduction. Infant juvenile obesity is currently a worldwide public health problem and it is increasing at alarming rate in the Brazilian population, showing its relevance in terms of public health. Objectives. Determine the prevalence of overweight and obesity in children and adolescents between...

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Main Authors: Janaina R. Niehues, Ana Inês Gonzales, Robson R. Lemos, Poliana Penasso Bezerra, Patrícia Haas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2014-01-01
Series:International Journal of Pediatrics
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/583207