Obesity is the king of all diseases, the endogenous causes of it are genetics, disease and pregnancy while exogenous factors are lifestyle, sleep, stress and gut microbiome. Currently, a large number of children eat calorie-rich food which tantalises their taste buds and gain weight. However, obesity not only causes weight gain but psychological burden on the child by increasing anxiety, depression, social isolation, eating disorders, mood disorders and developmental issues.

To mark World Child Obesity Day (WCOD) on May 22 - Dr Sanajy Borude started Generation XL Obesity Foundation two years ago. The organisation creates awareness through various initiatives such as the Free Web Portal Dedicated Helpline for Childhood Obesity and the management of child obesity.