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Cultural factors that influence obesity in children aged 3–12 years living in England and France

Overweight and obesity in children is considered to be a world health problem. It is increasing in children of all ages and is of growing concern for governments across the globe. In Europe the incidence is high and current UK government data show that approximately 32% of 2–15 year olds are obese or overweight. Whilst levels of obesity are lower in France, incidence rates of overweight and obese children were approximately 17% in 2006. The present study aims to make a comparison of the incidence and cultural and lifestyle factors that affect obesity in children living in England and France. Ninety-eight children from Monetier-les-Bains in France and 105 children from south west London, UK were invited to take part in the study. In total 146 children aged 3–12 years completed the study. Both groups had similar socio-economic backgrounds and were age matched. The anthropometric measurements taken were: weight; height; waist circumference. In addition, a questionnaire to assess background information, lifestyle, physical activity and food habits were given to the children as well as 7 d diet and physical activity diaries. c and t tests were used to analyse the data.