Publication Date
12-6-2020
Document Type
Essay
First Advisor
Sabio, Cristan
Degree Name
B.S. (Bachelor of Science)
Legacy Department
School of Nursing and Health Studies
Abstract
Childhood obesity has reached an epidemic level in the United States and is close to becoming a pandemic. Approximately eighteen percent of US children are obese; this is more than double the percentage from three decades ago. Obesity is commonly associated with other chronic health conditions which makes it not only a concern for adolescents but adults. Chronic conditions often seen in combination with obesity are hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, sleep apnea, poor self-esteem, and depression. In addition, studies done on adolescents to adulthood showed increase likelihood to suffer from cardiovascular disorders and digestive disease. The combination of childhood obesity and the chronic health conditions ultimately affects that child’s adult health and can potentially affect their life expectancy. The purpose of this literature review is to determine how childhood obesity affects the overall health of an adult and their life expectancy. The literature reveals that an obese child is more prone to adult obesity, cardiovascular risk, premature mortality, and type two diabetes.
Recommended Citation
Behl, Alexis, "Childhood Obesity Long-term Effects into Adulthood" (2020). Honors Capstones. 288.
https://huskiecommons.lib.niu.edu/studentengagement-honorscapstones/288
Extent
19 pages
Language
eng
Publisher
Northern Illinois University
Rights Statement
In Copyright
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Media Type
Text
