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Prevention of overweight in preschool children: results of kindergarten-based interventions
International Journal of Obesity, 09/09/09

Jouret B et al. – The results suggest that simple measures involving increasing awareness on overweight and health, and periodic monitoring of weight and height with follow–up care when indicated, could be useful to reduce overweight in young children from underprivileged areas. A reinforced strategy with an education component, in addition, may be indicated in children in non–underprivileged areas.

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Do lifestyle behaviours really differ between overweight and non-overweight girls and boys
Canadian Institute for Health Information, 10/09/09 Relevance Score: 91%

In Bangladesh, Overweight Individuals Have Fewer Symptoms of Depression Than Nonoverweight Individuals
Obesity, 10/09/09 Relevance Score: 90%

How does media exposure affect self-esteem in overweight and underweight women?
EurekAlert, 10/14/09 Relevance Score: 89%

Childhood and Young Adult Overweight/Obesity and Incidence of Depression in the SUN Project
Obesity, 11/05/09 Relevance Score: 88%

Temporal changes in trying to lose weight and recommended weight-loss strategies among overweight and obese Americans, 1996–2003
Preventive Medicine, 10/23/09 Relevance Score: 88%