Interpretation of the EASO and EFAD position statement on medical nutrition therapy for overweight and obesity in children and adolescents
In January 2023,the European Association for the Study of Obesity(EASO)and the European Federation of the Associations of Dietitians(EFAD)jointly issued a position statement on medical nutrition therapy for overweight or obesity in children and adolescents.It is based on the best evidence in the literature(randomized controlled trial,meta-analysis,systematic review),and the evidence presented in the joint position statement confirms that dietary intervention can effectively improve obesity-related results.This paper interprets the best evidence summary(evidence statement)and recommended content in the joint position statement and the situation facing China.