Childhood Obesity - Do you have an overweight child? We offer tips to help your child lose weight and get fit!

The My Overweight Child blog will help you keep informed about the latest research, findings, and resources available to parents of overweight or obese kids. There are many knowledgeable people working on the increasingly dire problem of childhood obesity - and we want to give parents a place where they can check in regularly to see the latest studies and tips available to help you help your child lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

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Saturday, April 07, 2007

Liposuction Isn't a Cure for Childhood Obesity

Liposuction and tummy tucks are inappropriate procedures for weight loss for people of any age. With the recent coverage in the media of a growing number of teenagers going under the knife to loose weight, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons is getting the word out about the lack of scientific data supporting the use of body contouring procedures to fight childhood obesity.
"'The teenage years can be extremely tough for kids who are teased about their weight; however, liposuction and tummy tucks are not the answer,' said ASPS President Roxanne Guy, MD. 'My message to young kids - proper diet and exercise are still the best ways to slim down.'"
While there may be some physical and psychological benefits from having the surgery, there is no data to support it's benefit to childhood obesity. Read more online.

Labels: weight loss, obesity surgery, liposuction

Posted By: Aspen Education Group