Monday, 19th July 2010

Changes in Terminology For Childhood Overweight and Obesity

Changes in Terminology For Childhood Overweight and Obesity (PDF)
Source: National Center for Health Statistics

A variety of different terms, metrics, and cut-off values have been used to describe and assess overweight and obesity in children. Body mass index (BMI) calculated as weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared can be used to express weight adjusted for height. In order to account for variability by sex and age, BMI in children is compared to sex- and age-specific reference values. In the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 2000 growth charts serve as reference values. The terminology used for high BMI-for-age in children in the United States to date has been based on the recommendation of an expert committee convened by federal agencies. This committee recommended the use of BMI and defined overweight as a BMI-for

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Category:

• Children and families
• Health and healthcare
• Obesity

Source:

• National Center for Health Statistics

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