Posted - June 6, 2025
Breaking Generational Cycles of Obesity Through Bariatric Surgery: A Path to Healthier Futures
When obesity is present across multiple generations, it’s often more than just shared DNA. Children mirror what they see—eating habits, activity levels, emotional coping mechanisms, and attitudes toward health and body image. If a child grows up in a home where fast food is the norm, exercise isn’t prioritized, and food is used for comfort, those patterns become ingrained.
Even more challenging is when families are affected by food insecurity, lack of access to healthcare, or cultural norms that stigmatize talking about weight and mental health. These systemic issues compound the difficulty of breaking out of the cycle. Learn More
