In a primary care setting, approach lifestyle intervention strategies for a child with obesity by focusing on increasing physical activity that fits easily into their daily life, such as walking, and tailoring activities to the child's preferences and circumstances NICE NG246.
Offer individually tailored, multicomponent interventions that include dietary modification, targeted advice, family involvement, and goal setting, with ongoing support provided in person or through various communication methods NICE NG246.
Ensure that interventions are part of a long-term, multicomponent approach rather than one-off activities, with targeted follow-up for different population groups NICE NG246.
Actively involve family and carers in all actions aimed at preventing excess weight gain, improving nutritional intake, and increasing activity levels in children and young people NICE NG246.
Support and promote community schemes and facilities that improve access to physical activity, such as walking or cycling routes, based on local needs NICE NG246.
Support behavioural change programmes along with tailored advice to help children become more active, for example by walking or cycling instead of driving NICE NG246.
Provide ongoing support from trained healthcare professionals to families of children at high risk of obesity, considering both individual and family-based interventions depending on the child's age and maturity NICE NG246.