Table 3.

Summary of Obesity Prevention Strategies According to 2017 Pediatric Obesity Clinical Guidelines from the Endocrine Society

Recommendations for Obesity Prevention
Clinicians’ promotion and participation in the ongoing education of healthy nutrition and physical activity of children and adolescents, parents, and communities Encourage schools to provide adequate education about healthy eating
Discuss healthy eating behaviors such as:  a.Reduce as much as possible the intake of calorie-dense, nutrient-poor foods (eg, sugar-sweetened beverages, sports drinks, fruit drinks, most “fast foods” or those with added sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, high-fat or high-sodium processed foods, and calorie-dense snacks)  b.Encourage whole fruits rather than fruit juices
Vigorous physical activity at least for 20 minutes, optimally for 60 minutes, with a minimum of 5 days per week
Try to reduce screen time, balancing unavoidable technology-related screen use with increased opportunities for physical activity
Clinicians’ obesity prevention efforts should involve the entire family rather than just the individual patient.
Encourage participation in school-based programs and community commitment to prevent pediatric obesity.

Notes: Data from Styne DM, Arslanian SA, Connor EL, et al.⁵⁰