Abstract:

Obesity in children is a global problem in developed and less developed countries. Obesity in childhood can lead to a chronic disease and negative psychological consequences that threaten life. This study is planned to identify overweight and obesity in children studying in primary schools in the province of Aydın. The study sample was created by 2331 students of 7-15 years of age (1101 girls, 1230 men) studying in 5 primary schools randomly selected at different socio-economic levels in the city center of Aydin. Physical measurements (weight, size) are taken by procedures commonly used from all children. The weight of each student is calibrated medical measurement device (max 200 kg, 450 ıbs, 32 sts, d= 0. It is measured by 1 kg/0,2 ibs) and measured using a millimeter size scale. All students were asked to take out their shoes for these measurements. Body Mass Index (VKI) and VKI percentages are calculated in the Auxology program for each student. by 95. The VKI values above persantillin are obese, 85-95. It is considered to be overweight between persantil. Obesity prevelence was 13.7% in girls and 21.5% in men, while overweight prevelence was 12.9% in girls and 13.6% in men. While obesity and overweight prevalence are statistically higher in men (p<0.05), there is no statistically difference in obesity and overweight prevalence according to age (p>0.05).

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