Childhood Obesity in India: An emerging risk factor for future cancer burden
Abstract
Childhood obesity and overweight percentage in India is estimated to be 8.4% and 12.4% respectively. It is primarily driven by urbanization, sedentary lifestyle and consumption of ultra-processed foods by the children. Childhood obesity causes chronic inflammation, hormonal dysregulation and metabolic dysfunction which creates a link to future cancer burden for the country. Urgent multisectoral approaches such as strengthened regulatory frameworks, community screening and evidence-based interventions are the need of hour to safeguard future generations against non-communicable diseases and cancer risk.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Obesity
Physical Activity
Diet
Cancer Risks and Factors
Obesity and Health Practices
Publication details
- Journal / source
- IP International Journal of Medical Paediatrics and Oncology
- Volume
- 11
- Issue
- 4
- Pages
- 103–105
- Publication date
- 19 January 2026