Publications by authors named "L H B Baur"
Economic benefits of reducing childhood and adolescent overweight and obesity in Australia.
Public Health Res Pract
October 2024
Objectives: The Australian Government, through the National Obesity Strategy 2022-2032, has set an aspirational goal of reducing the prevalence of childhood and adolescent overweight and obesity by 5% by 2030 (from 25% to 20%). Our objective was to quantify the long-term economic benefits of achieving this goal.
Methods: Using a microsimulation model and a synthetic cohort of Australian children and adolescents aged 4-17 years, we estimated the excess per capita lifetime costs of overweight and obesity.
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- * Researchers reviewed 2226 studies and included 46 that examined various pathways leading to ED, primarily highlighting that negative emotions, obsession with weight/shape, and experiences of weight stigma played significant roles in this development.
- * The findings suggest that the roots of ED in people with overweight and obesity are complex and involve over 18 different factors, emphasizing the need for more research, particularly in underrepresented groups such as boys and diverse populations, to enhance early intervention strategies.
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- * 134 participants lost an average of 5.5 kg during the program, though 95% reported experiencing side-effects, most commonly hunger and fatigue.
- * While many found the diet helpful for weight loss, they also noted its restrictive nature and taste issues; future research may identify which adolescents benefit the most from such diets.
Establishing healthy feeding habits during infancy is crucial for optimal growth. However, certain parental feeding and cultural practices might hinder the development of children's healthy eating behaviours. This research explored responsive feeding practices among migrant mothers in Australia.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFImportance: Depression and eating disorders are heightened for adolescents with obesity. Clinical reviews alongside self-report questionnaires are important to ensure appropriate intervention.
Objective: To evaluate changes in self-report symptoms of depression, eating disorders, and binge eating in adolescents with obesity during the Fast Track to Health trial.