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Children with Metabolically Healthy Obesity

Children with Metabolically Healthy Obesity (MHO) exhibit a unique profile where despite being categorized as obese based on Body Mass Index (BMI), they display fewer metabolic complications typically associated with obesity. These children demonstrate a remarkable resilience to developing conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and dyslipidemia, which are commonly linked to excess weight. MHO children maintain relatively normal metabolic parameters, including stable blood sugar levels, normal blood pressure, and favorable cholesterol profiles, despite carrying excess Body Fat. Understanding the factors contributing to this phenomenon involves investigating various genetic, environmental, and lifestyle influences. Studies suggest that genetic predisposition, different fat distribution patterns, hormonal factors, and healthy lifestyle habits may play crucial roles in protecting these children from metabolic abnormalities despite their increased adiposity. Identifying these protective mechanisms in metabolically healthy obese children could offer valuable insights for tailored interventions and preventive strategies aimed at mitigating the health risks associated with obesity in children. Nevertheless, despite being labeled as metabolically healthy, these children are not exempt from potential long-term health implications of obesity. Continued research is essential to unravel the complexities of metabolically healthy obesity in children, aiming to devise more precise and effective strategies for early identification, intervention, and personalized care to safeguard their health and well-being.

Committee Members
Speaker at World Obesity and Weight Management Congress 2025 - Russell Rising

Russell Rising

D & S Consulting Services Inc, United States
Speaker at World Obesity and Weight Management Congress 2025 - Jeane Silva

Jeane Silva

Augusta University, United States
Speaker at World Obesity and Weight Management Congress 2025 - F Buck Willis

F Buck Willis

University of Belize, Belize
WOC 2025 Speakers
Speaker at World Obesity and Weight Management Congress 2025 - Charles Bernard

Charles Bernard

Criteria for Success, Inc., United States
Speaker at World Obesity and Weight Management Congress 2025 - Nicolaus Dahlmann

Nicolaus Dahlmann

Institute for Biometry and Nutrition, Germany
Speaker at World Obesity and Weight Management Congress 2025 - Fabiana Sant Anna Evangelista

Fabiana Sant Anna Evangelista

University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
Speaker at World Obesity and Weight Management Congress 2025 - Colleen Lindsey

Colleen Lindsey

Leading Notes, United States
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