Q Can childhood obesity progressing to adult obesity be prevented?
A Correcting digestive function early can lower the likelihood of progression to adult obesity.
Detailed Answer
Research suggests that about 80 percent of childhood obesity cases progress to adult obesity. However, restoring digestive function and establishing proper lifestyle habits during the growth years can substantially curb this progression.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
Because Korean medicine treatment improves not only obesity itself but also the child's constitution and digestive function, it helps build a long-term foundation for health.
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