Childhood obesity is on the rise. In fact, nearly 30% of adolescents are overweight and approximately 15% are obese.
Childhood obesity is a multifaceted problem that appears to start within the first year of life. Even more troubling is obesity might begin during fetal development. In fact, the heavier the infant at birth increases their risk of becoming obese later in life.
Recently, research has indicated a strong link between formula fed babies becoming obese later in life. In fact, a recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition indicated 20% of obese adults may be attributed to over feeding during infancy.
So, what is the link between formula feeding and obesity?
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