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A weight loss app may be a risky way to address obesity in children

  • Written by Hiba Jebeile, PhD candidate/Research Dietitian, University of Sydney
Obesity is a problem affecting many Australian children. We need solutions, but is a weight loss app a good idea?From shutterstock.com

Over the last week, a weight loss app targeted at children and teenagers aged 8-17 has sparked concern among health professionals and parents around the world.

More than 90,000 people have signed an online petition ca...

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