Researchers found the prevalence of obesity among Hong Kong children increased during the coronavirus pandemic due to disrupted routines. Photo: Nora Tam
Obesity among Hong Kong children increased during coronavirus pandemic due to unhealthy lifestyle, survey shows
- Number of overweight or obese children aged between nine and 13 rises from 7 per cent to 24 per cent
- Health experts attribute increase to disrupted routines leading to unhealthy eating habits, urge parents to set examples
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Researchers found the prevalence of obesity among Hong Kong children increased during the coronavirus pandemic due to disrupted routines. Photo: Nora Tam
