Home Environment Factors Linked to Increased Physical Activity

A recent study suggests that home environment factors such as being outside, children being nearby, and mother interaction were associated with increased physical activity in toddlers.

Fathers’ Involvement and Childhood Obesity

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Fathers’ increased involvement with some aspects of child caregiving may be associated with lower odds of childhood obesity, a recent study suggests.

The Effect of Canada’s Junk Food Ban

Over the past 12 years, six Canadian provinces have banned junk food from schools, and a new study suggests the measure is having a positive effect on student health.

Socioenvironmental, Personal, and Behavioral Correlates of Severe Obesity

A recent study found that adolescents with severe obesity reported unique concerns that may diminish their quality of life and increase their risk for unhealthy weight gain over time.

Rethinking the Use of BMI z-Scores

A recent commentary discusses two reports from Freedman et al. about the concerns regarding the use of BMI z-score in studies that include children with severe obesity.

June Publications

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Household Routines and Self-Regulation Linked to Better Health Outcomes

Family structure including regular bedtimes, mealtimes and limited screen time appear to be linked to better emotional health in preschoolers, and might lower the chances of obesity later, a new study suggests.