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Pediatric Obesity
Supervised exercise improves mental well being of obese teenagers
December 11th, 2006
Obese teenagers could benefit from being offered structured exercise sessions through their doctor, according to researchers at the University of Birmingham and Sheffield Hallam University. The study of eighty-one 11-16 year olds suggests that offering an organized programme of exercise helps obese adolescents overcome problems with their self esteem and overall mental health as well as encouraging them to develop a more active lifestyle. The study was led by Dr. Amanda Daley at the University of Birmingham with sessions delivered by Rob Copeland at Sheffield Hallam University. Dr. Amanda Daley said: "Obesity amongst adolescents is a serious and...
Source: Obesity & Diabetes Week (2006-12-11)
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