When the corona pandemic commenced more than two years ago, it was quickly recognized
that people with metabolic diseases show an augmented risk of severe COVID-19 and an …

The dramatic lifestyle changes forced by COVID-19-related lockdown promoted weight gain,
with a stronger impact on obese subjects, at higher risk of severe infection. The PubMed …

Sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) are major contributors of free sugars to the diet. A
strong relationship between SSB intake and weight gain is described. Methods: we …

The COVID19 pandemic has affected all aspects of people's lives. Eating habit plays a
crucial role in children and adolescents' physical and mental development and the impacts …

Obesity and overweight are a major public health problem globally. Diet quality is critical for
proper child development, and an unhealthy diet is a preventable risk factor for …

Abstract In March 2020, the Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak was officially
declared a global pandemic, leading to closure of public facilities, enforced social distancing …

Childhood obesity represents a serious public health burden. Despite excessive dietary
consumption, children with obesity present high rates of micronutrient deficiencies, such as …

Obesity is an increasing health problem all over the world. In combination with the current
COVID-19 pandemic, this has turned into a massive challenge as individuals with …

During the COVID-19 pandemic, physical inactivity and being overweight increased in
children, especially those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. Additionally, a decrease …

OBJECTIVES To examine the prevalence and trends in severe obesity among 16.6 million
children aged 2 to 4 years enrolled in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for …