Podcast — #childhoodobesity

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Grace O'Malley, a leading expert in childhood obesity, to explore the complex realities faced by children living in larger bodies. We discuss the societal prejudices they encounter, the challenges their families navigate, and the impact of food poverty. Dr O'Malley shares how obesity affects children's bone health and movement, reflecting on her journey into this field after noticing increased injuries and longer healing times in young patients. We dive into the importance of a multidisciplinary approach, moving beyond traditional sports science to a model involving physiotherapists, dietitians, and psychologists. Dr O'Malley highlights...