In this episode of Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Dr. Tasneem Sajwani, a family physician with expertise in obesity medicine and mom.
They discuss the newly released Canadian Pediatric Obesity Clinical Practice Guidelines, which recognize obesity as a complex, chronic disease influenced by genetic, psychological, social, and environmental factors.
The episode covers how these guidelines aim to improve care through individualized, evidence-based approaches and highlights the role of communication, consent, and mental health in managing pediatric obesity.
Takeaways:
Paediatric obesity is a chronic and multifactorial disease that requires compassionate, evidence-based care, not mere lifestyle changes.
The new Canadian guidelines emphasize the importance of quality of life over weight reduction in managing pediatric obesity.
Parents must communicate openly with their children about health concerns, focusing on overall well-being rather than weight alone.
Access to specialized care for pediatric obesity remains limited, highlighting the necessity for advocacy and systemic change in healthcare.
Stigma surrounding obesity can hinder access to care; therefore, it is crucial to foster supportive environments for affected families.
Involving children in healthy lifestyle choices can empower them and shift the focus from weight to health, fostering independence and discipline.
Links referenced in this episode:
Companies mentioned in this episode:
- Edmonton Weight Management Center
- Canadian Paediatric Obesity Clinical Practical Guidelines
- Canadian Medical Association Journal
- Obesity Canada
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