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40 -9 (71) 2024 - Shermanov A.O., Qo‘ylanov B.B. - CHANGES IN HEIGHT AND WEIGHT OF PRESCHOOL CHILDREN IN THE CITY OF TASHKENT

CHANGES IN HEIGHT AND WEIGHT OF PRESCHOOL CHILDREN IN THE CITY OF TASHKENT

Shermanov A.O. - Alfraganus University, Uzbekistan

Qo‘ylanov B.B. - Alfraganus University, Uzbekistan

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The physical development of preschool children is vital for their healthy growth, making height and weight key indicators of their overall health. Tracking these metrics allows for the assessment of children's physical development and helps identify potential health issues. This essay examines the changes in height and weight of children aged 3 to 7, focusing on variations based on age and gender. By understanding these changes, we can better support children's health through targeted interventions in nutrition and physical activity. By examining these growth patterns, the study seeks to identify key factors influencing these changes and to understand the variations better. This information can be crucial for parents, educators, and healthcare professionals in supporting the healthy growth and development of young children. Additionally, the study aims to highlight the importance of nutrition, physical activity, and genetic factors in promoting optimal growth in preschool-aged children. This essay explores the importance of tracking height and weight in preschool children, the various influences on growth, the implications of abnormal growth patterns, and strategies to promote healthy development.

Key words: physical development, growth indicators, height, weight, age differences, gender variations, preschool children

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For citation:Shermanov A.O., Qo‘ylanov B.B. - CHANGES IN HEIGHT AND WEIGHT OF PRESCHOOL CHILDREN IN THE CITY OF TASHKENT//New Day in Medicine 9(71)2024 205-209 https://newdayworldmedicine.com/en/new_day_medicine/9-71-2024

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