Childhood Obesity

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Diverse children joyfully participating in outdoor activities and enjoying healthy snacks, symbolizing the benefits of early health habits.

Children's Health Habits in 2026: Early Action Yields Lifelong Benefits.

By 2020, nearly 39 million children under the age of five were already overweight or obese, a crisis starting before kindergarten, according to obesity and preventive intervention among children: a na

Lauren Fisk·August 17, 2026

Young children in a classroom excitedly learning about healthy foods and vegetables during a food literacy lesson.

Nutrition

Food literacy education in schools is key to fighting obesity.

In Australia, a preschool program designed to increase children's food literacy led to over 70% of participants asking for and eating more vegetables.

Ryan Patel·May 15, 2026

New York State legislative building with a child's hand reaching for junk food, symbolizing the fight against childhood obesity.

Nutrition

New York State Legislators Target Added Sugars in Junk Food Marketing

Childhood obesity rates in New York City surged to 20% in 2022, a stark increase from 15% just a decade ago, according to the NYC Dept.

Ryan Patel·April 24, 2026

A happy family, including an active child in sports attire, preparing and enjoying a nutritious meal together in a bright, modern kitchen, symbolizing healthy eating and active lifestyles.

Nutrition

Pediatricians Offer Sports Nutrition Strategies for Active Kids, Busy Families

With hectic schedules disrupting family meals, the American Academy of Pediatrics is providing timely sports nutrition strategies to help active kids thrive.

Ryan Patel·March 30, 2026