Weight/Obesity - Pediatric/Paediatric

Pathway Contributor: Helen Yeung

Credentials:
BSc, MHSc

Bio:
Helen is a Public Health Dietitian for Vancouver Coastal Health since 1993 working with children, youth, and families. She provides education and consultation to schools, educators and community groups. She served as a dietitian for a youth eating disorders program from 1997 to 1999 and from 2011to 2014.

Contributions:

• Does family and/or caregiver involvement result in improved outcomes for children and adolescents with overweight and obesity? How should dietitians advise families or caregivers of children and adolescents with overweight and obesity?  

  Role: Reviewer

• What outcomes should dietitians use to determine the effectiveness of treatment for children and adolescents with obesity?  

  Role: Reviewer

• Are specific foods or dietary patterns more effective in promoting weight/fat loss or less weight gain/body fat deposition over time among children and adolescents with overweight or obesity?  

  Role: Reviewer

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