The goal of overweight and obesity treatment in young children is _____.

A. short-term weight loss
B. a BMI reboundĀ 
C. to improve long-term physical health through permanent healthy lifestyle habits and behavior modification
D. the prevention of atherosclerosis through constant behavior modification
E. improved blood lipid levels through modification of diet during childhood


Answer: C

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