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Low-esteem linked to being overweight or obese. A new research suggests that children who feel worried and insecure about their future, have emotional problems are more likely to be obese in their later life.






The study published in BMC Medicine journal was led by Andrew Ternouth from King's College. He claims these problems cause obesity in later life and are as important factors as parents' BMI, diet and exercise. Children were measured by nurses, they also noted their emotional status. Then, doctors checked their health when they were 30. It turned out that children with low self-esteem are more likely to suffer from obesity. According to Ternouth promoting social and emotional learning, promotion of self-esteem help keep children's emotional development stable.

Such approach to children brings several positive benefits for physical health. The findings offer hope with controlling the epidemic of obesity.


Added by: mary not connected with health care system
Added on: 2009-09-16 12:43:59 , Updated: 2009-09-16 12:45:19
Bibliography: www.reuters.com

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