Swiss Childhood Health and Nutrition Survey

Isabelle Herter-Aeberli2,292 enrolled

Overview

The aim of the present study is to assess the prevalence of overweight and obesity in 6 to 12 year old children in Switzerland. This data will be used to investigate trends in the development of overweight and obesity in Switzerland. In addition, a questionnaire will be used to assess data on physical activity, nutrition, health and socioeconomic background and waist circumference as well as skin fold thicknesses will be measured.

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Enrollment

2,292

Conditions

Overweight and Obesity in Schoolchildren

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 6 YearsMax age: 12 YearsHealthy volunteers:

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: * age between 6 and 12 years Exclusion Criteria: * none

Locations (1)

ETH Zurich

Zurich, Switzerland

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Prevalence of overweight and obesity

Based on weight and height measurements BMI z-scores will be calculated for the classification in the different weight status groups (underweight, normal weight, overweight, obese)