Obesity of children in Vienna in Vienna surge in Vienna

Children’s obesity has become the main concern in the world, and Austria is no exception. As the number of children facing obesity is rising, the trend and factors that have contributed to this problem are more important than ever. Recent observations show that although some countries have managed to stabilize children’s obesity rates, other countries will still see uneasy increases. Considering serious health risks related to obesity, this trend is particularly shocking, which may lead to long -term consequences of affected children. The situation of COVID-19 further complicated, destroying daily activities and affecting children’s physical exercise and eating habits.

A comprehensive study conducted in Vienna, Austria from 2017 to 2023 provided a vital insight for the obesity trend of children aged 8 to 11. The study was Professor Kurt Widhalm, a Paula Moliterno and Victoria Donhauser at Paula Moliterno and Victoria Donhauser at the Institute of Bulk ) Together, it revealed the improvement of obesity rates of school -age children during the 199 periods. The study was published in the Children’s Magazine (if 2.0).

Researchers analyzed the percentage of children’s weight index (BMI) in Eddie’s study, which aims to prevent obesity and promote the healthy lifestyle of children. Professor Widhalm explained: “Our research aims to check the time trend of overweight and obesity percentage of school children in Vienna, Austria from 2017-2023.” This study after peer review emphasizes the targeted targeted in Austrian child obesity The urgent needs of intervention measures.

The major discovery of this study includes the first stage of the first stage of the popularity of the obesity on the 19th. Although the overall prevalence of overweight and obesity during the entire study decreased, only obesity increased slightly. The trend analysis of the study shows that the percentage of obese children has risen slightly. The popularity of COVID-19 significantly affected these trends. During the initial period, the increase in overweight/obesity and obesity increased.

The study emphasizes the importance of undergoing monitoring and intervention to fight against children’s obesity. Professor Widhalm pointed out: “The current percentage of obesity in the sample is very high and reaches its peak during the period.” They emphasized that they need to consider the representativeness of Austrian academic population in the future to a wider understanding of the trend of overweight and obesity.

One of the main findings in the study is that the percentage of too older children is still very high. Nearly one -third of children in the sample live in ultra -weight or obesity. Because similar trends are observed globally, this problem is not unique to Austria. In the next ten years, the prevalence of child obesity is expected to increase significantly globally.

Several national measures in Austria aims to promote children’s health habits. Since 2012, promoting physical exercise has always been the national health goal, involving the adjustment of the living environment and promoting the school’s sports skills. National Action Plan (NAP.B) and “Children’s Healthy exercise 2.0” initiative for physical exercise are the key components of these efforts. In addition, the National Nutrition Action Plan (NAP.E) solves the various risk factors of obesity, such as “children’s diet health”, which aims to improve the nutrition of children in elementary and communities.

Despite these efforts, research shows that collective actions are still needed to prevent the rate of obesity. Professor Widhalm said: “Although the initiative is comprehensive, only a small number of schools have reportedly reported that there are projects related to a healthy lifestyle.” This highlights more targeted intervention measures and surveillance measurement Symptoms make progress.

The study also emphasizes the impact of cultural and socio -economic factors on obesity rates. The research community has a high individual with a high migration background, which may lead to higher obesity rates. Feeding practice, surrounding the social ideal and the socio -economic environment, play a role in shaping the trend of children’s obesity.

In short, the six -year research results of Professor Widhalm and his colleagues highlight the urgent need to take effective intervention measures to solve the needs of Austrian children’s obesity. During the period in 199, the increase in obesity rate emphasized the importance of continuing monitoring and targeted plans. As the team suggested, future research should be concentrated on larger samples and longer follow -up periods, so as to have a more comprehensive understanding of the trend of obesity in Austrian children.

Journal reference

Moliterno, P., Donhauser, V. , & Widhalm, k. (2024). Trends of children aged 8-11: opinion of school samples from Vienna, Austria (2017-2023). Children, 11,431. Doi: https: //doi.org/10.3390/children11040431

About the author

Paula moliterno He is a nutritionist and obtained a doctorate degree in biomedical science from the University of Uruguay in 2021. She as a nutritionist’s professional knowledge includes clinical practice and research, mainly paying attention to obesity, and obese -related diseases and diet models.
She has been a part -time professor at the Republic of Uruguay. At present, she led the Eddie research team of the Austrian Institute of Nutrition Medicine in Vienna. In addition to her research efforts, she is also the leader of Lalnut Plan (LILANUT).

Victoria Donhauser In 2022, he obtained a master’s degree in nutrition science from the University of Vienna. Since October 2022, she has been a project coordinator of the Austrian Institute of Nutrition Medicine, Eddy, to prevent project Eddy.