Childhood obesity
How schools are battling obesity one snack at a time
The government is revamping school cafeteria menus to combat the country's high childhood obesity rates, which are the highest in Europe, according to the World Health Organization.
Bulgaria Faces Growing Childhood Obesity Crisis
On November 8, Europe observes the Day of Healthy Food and Cooking, aimed at promoting the importance of balanced nutrition and maintaining a healthy weight, particularly among children. However, statistics reveal that Bulgaria is among the European countries facing a serious issue with childhood obesity.
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Greek children not big on fruit and vegetables
A recent nationwide survey commissioned by the Greek Ministry of Health and UNICEF reveals alarming trends in children's health, characterized by low consumption of fruit and vegetables and a sedentary lifestyle.
Based on the survey's alarming insight, Deputy Health Minister Eirini Agapidaki has announced forthcoming actions to combat childhood obesity.
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National Action against Childhood Obesity planned by the Ministry of Health
A recent survey conducted on behalf of the Ministry of Health and UNICEF has revealed troubling trends in the health and eating habits of children in Greece, highlighting an urgent need to combat childhood obesity.
New Survey Finds Widespread Energy Drink Consumption Among Bulgarian Youth
A recent nationally representative study reveals that half of the children in Bulgaria aged 7 to 18 have consumed energy drinks. Conducted between June and July 2024 by research agency Blue Point on behalf of Lidl Bulgaria, the study is part of a broader initiative titled #FoodMeaning.
The Inequality Epidemic: Low-Income Teens Face Higher Risks of Obesity, Inactivity, and Poor Diet
New WHO/Europe report finds alarming disparities in diet, exercise, and weight among adolescents from different socioeconomic backgrounds
“Sitting is the new smoking” research suggests
Research has shown that sedentary behavior contributes to obesity and metabolic syndrome
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Obesity a hefty time bomb hovering above Greece
The Health Ministry is reportedly preparing a special program for obesity, as citizens and many doctors still do not consider it a disease and do not take targeted measures to deal with it. The program will focus on prevention, early diagnosis and treatment with free follow-up by a nutritionist and other professionals.
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Every Third Bulgarian Child Is Overweight
Bulgaria is facing a concerning trend as new data reveals that every third child in the country is overweight, with obesity rates soaring among adolescents. According to data from 2022, the prevalence of obesity among children aged 7 to 19 is alarmingly high, with the most cases identified among seventh-grade students. These findings were shared by Deputy Minister of Health Assoc.
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Health ministry, Unicef pledge to combat child obesity in Greece
Greece and UNICEF on Thursday signed a cooperation agreement to help prevent and combat child obesity on Thursday. The agreement was signed by Minister for Health Thanos Plevris, General Secretary for Public Health Irini Agapidaki, and UNICEF's Representative in Greece Luciano Calestini.