Children added pounds if parents thought they were heavy, research suggests Original article courtesy of HealthDay When parents believe their children are overweight — regardless of whether they are or not — those kids are likely to gain weight, a new study suggests. “Parental perceptions may be something of a self-fulfilling prophecy,” said study co-author […]
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Mindfulness May Intervene Childhood Obesity, Study Claims
Courtesy of The Science Times about Childhood obesity According to a new study, mindfulness, or the ability to focus on a goal, could be a key potential intervention to help obese children lose some weight. Although only a few studies have linked the two, it has shown mixed results among adults. A new study reveals that […]