Question

Is pediatric obesity considered a disease? The neighbor’s baby has rapidly gained weight, reaching 35 jin (about 17.6 kg) at just six months old, compared to over 6 jin (about 3 kg) at birth. Although the parents have limited the child’s diet, the baby will cry and fuss if not fed sufficiently. How should this situation be handled? Can it be considered a disease? Are there any effective solutions?

Answer

Pediatric obesity occurs when there is an excessive intake of calories, leading to more calories being consumed than burned, with excess calories stored in the body as triglycerides, causing obesity. The baby’s obesity may be due to improper feeding, such as feeding the baby whenever it cries, which can lead to a habit of seeking food when faced with frustration, making obesity more likely. Additionally, introducing high-calorie solid foods too early or excessive nutrition during the latter stages of pregnancy may also contribute to infant obesity. Suggestion: While limiting the diet to achieve weight loss goals,