To prevent obesity, Australian parents prioritize healthier diet support over exercise programs for their children
Medical Xpress
February 16, 2026
Among the chaos of busy days and competing priorities, in the end, all parents want is health and happiness for their children. But it's tricky for governments and health care providers to know the best way to help. With around one in five young Australian children affected by overweight and obesity, do parents want more support to help their kids exercise? What about healthy eating? Or maybe well-being programs?
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Originally published on Medical Xpress on 2/16/2026