Preventing Obesity and Eating Disorders in Adolescents

Preventing Obesity and Eating Disorders in Adolescents

Obesity and eating disorders (EDs) are both prevalent in adolescents. There are concerns that obesity prevention efforts may lead to the development of an ED. Most adolescents who develop an ED did not have obesity previously, but some teenagers, in an attempt to lose weight, may develop an ED.

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The American Academy of Pediatrics is now recommending that pediatricians move their focus from weight itself and instead discuss healthy habits and lifestyles.