A controlled, class-based multicomponent intervention to promote healthy lifestyle and to reduce the burden of childhood obesity
Authors
Centis E, Marzocchi R, Di Luzio R et al
Journal
Pediatric Obesity
Abstract
The study aimed to test the effectiveness of a multicomponent 5-month intervention on the habits of primary school children, making the families aware of the importance of healthy choices.
Conclusion.
A multicomponent school-based intervention addressing the needs of children, teachers and families produced a significant and favourable short-term effect on overweight/obese schoolchildren.
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