Objectives
The objectives of this systematic review of literature include: (a) describe the intervention strategies; (b) examine the outcomes as they pertain to the child (individual level), families (interpersonal level), and community or culture (organizational level); and (c) develop a foundation of interventional approaches that specifically target obesogenic behaviors in Hispanic preschool‐aged children.
Design
A systematic review of literature was performed. The theoretical framework was the Socioecological Model.
Sample
Twenty‐four total articles were used for this review.
Measurements
The method used was the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta‐Analyses guidelines.
Results
Of the 24 studies reviewed, 36% focused on the individual, 56% were interpersonal (focused on parents), and 9% focused on the organizational level.
Conclusion
Interventions that are culturally competent, directed at families, and include healthy dietary intake along with a physical activity component are most effective at lowering obesity in Hispanic preschool children.