Physical Activity, Overweight and Obesity Among Latino Youth
Author: Nyberg, Kara
Date Published: 2011
Insufficient physical activity and excessive sedentary behavior contribute significantly to the obesity epidemic among Latino youth. National studies show that Mexican-American children and teens have higher physical activity levels-but also higher rates of obesity-than white youth. This brief summarizes research that examines environmental, socioeconomic and cultural factors related to physical activity and/or obesity among Latino youth. These findings will help inform solutions for reversing the obesity epidemic among Latino youth.
Date Published: 2011
Insufficient physical activity and excessive sedentary behavior contribute significantly to the obesity epidemic among Latino youth. National studies show that Mexican-American children and teens have higher physical activity levels-but also higher rates of obesity-than white youth. This brief summarizes research that examines environmental, socioeconomic and cultural factors related to physical activity and/or obesity among Latino youth. These findings will help inform solutions for reversing the obesity epidemic among Latino youth.
