Reduction in Obesity Prevalence in Preschoolers

However, overall prevalence in youth and adults remains high.

Obesity remains a public health challenge, although the trend of increasing prevalence might be stabilizing (NEJM JW Pediatr Adolesc Med Jan 25 2012). Numerous national efforts have been undertaken to attack this problem. CDC researchers analyzed current trends in childhood and adult obesity by comparing National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data between 2003–2004 and 2010–2012.

Overall obesity prevalence did not change significantly and remained high in children (age range, 2–19 years, 17%) and adults (age, ≥20 years; 35%). However, among children aged 2 to 5 years, obesity prevalence significantly declined from 14% in 2003–2004 to 8% in 2010–2012.

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F. Bruder Stapleton, MD

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F. Bruder Stapleton, MD

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Consultant/Advisory BoardCareer Physician

Editorial BoardsUpToDate

Leadership Positions in Professional SocietiesAmerican Society of Pediatric Nephrology Foundation (Chair)

Reduction in Obesity Prevalence in Preschoolers

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