Why Childhood Obesity Rates Are Skyrocketing

In today's episode we're unpacking why childhood obesity rates continue to surge across the United States and globally. We explain what obesity actually is, revealing how ultra-processed foods often disguise themselves as healthy choices.

We examine key disparities in obesity rates across different age groups and racial backgrounds, while comparing trends between the U.S. and other nations.

Finally, we discuss practical, family-based behavioral treatments—from cutting out junk food and limiting screen time to promoting outdoor physical activity—offering actionable lifestyle strategies to help parents support healthy weight management and long-term wellness for children.

=== REFERENCES ===

• https://www.cdc.gov/obesity/data-and-statistics/adult-obesity-prevalence-maps.html
• https://stateofchildhoodobesity.org/demographic-data/ages-6-17/

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