Childhood obesity (Print)

How Caregivers’ Use of GLP-1 Medicines May Affect Family Food Habits and Children's Health Behaviors

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Abstract

Nearly half of caregivers (46.6%) reported offering healthier foods to children after starting GLP-1 medication.

  • Caregivers who began GLP-1 medication within the last 6 months reported changes in family health behaviors.
  • 50.0% of caregivers increased focus on managing their children's nutrition and physical activity.
  • Approximately 27.6% of caregivers observed healthier eating habits in their children.
  • 24.1% reported an increase in children's physical activity levels.
  • Most caregivers (67.2%) noted no change in their child's eating habits after starting the medication.
  • Caregivers were more likely to offer healthier foods if a pediatrician had previously raised concerns about the child's weight.

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