Question

which of these is not one way in which the covid - 19 pandemic lockdown lead to an increase in childhood obesity?
there was less exercise.
children watched more television.
children snacked less.
children ate fewer vegetables.

Explanation:

• Less exercise leads to less calorie burn, which can contribute to weight gain.
• Watching more television often means less physical activity and can also lead to more snacking while watching.
• Eating fewer vegetables means less intake of nutrients and more likely consumption of high - calorie, low - nutrient foods.
• Snacking less would generally mean less calorie intake, which is not a cause of increased obesity.

Answer:

Children snacked less.