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Review
. 2012 Jan;36(1 Suppl):76S-80S.
doi: 10.1177/0148607111423915.

Pediatric obesity: preventive measures in early childhood

Alan M Lake  1
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Review

Pediatric obesity: preventive measures in early childhood

Alan M Lake. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr. 2012 Jan.

Abstract

This article reviews the factors contributing to early childhood obesity and the options for recognition and early intervention. The role for developing preschool wellness programs that incorporate nutrition education and physical activity is presented with a model under development in the state of Maryland.

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