Tag: Childhood Obesity
Childhood Obesity Linked to Excessive Use of Technology in UAE, KSA
Parents giving priority to outdoor activity with increase in access to mobile devices among children in UAE and KSA
9 in 10 children have access...
Here’s Why You Should Get Your Children Play Outside
Overweight children. Urban isolation. Neighbours who’ve never spoken to each other.
Have you ever heard your child saying something like: ‘There’s always lots of my...
More UAE Kids Go Under The Knife During School Holidays
Cosmetic Surgery Common for Children in UAE
Plastic surgery, including cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries, is gaining popularity around the world, despite many debates. But one...
1 in 3 Children in UAE Overweight or Obese
Obesity rates among young people in the United Arab Emirates are continuously increasing. Currently one in three children is either overweight or obese. This...
Younger Parents Don’t Stress Over Kids’ Excessive Media Use
In today’s technology world pediatricians, teachers and many parents express their concern about the effects of technology on children and their development. But a...
TV in the Bedroom Linked to Childhood Obesity
A new study finds the television in the bedroom harms children’s health. The TV is responsible for childhood obesity, as well as larger waist...
Salt is to blame for Childhood Obesity
A new study in Australia finds that salt affects children’s health, and a moderated salt intake can reduce childhood obesity. The main objective of...