Associations of BMI growth rates and body composition with cardiometabolic risks in Chinese preschool children.

Zijun LiaoJing WangYiren ChenWeiqin LiXianghui XieTing ZhangGongshu Liu Fangfang Chen

Published in: The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism (2024)

This study underscores the significant impact of BMI growth rates and body composition on cardiometabolic markers in 3-year-old children. The effects of BMI growth rates in specific periods varied by sex, birthweight, and size-for-gestational age, and boys exhibiting a higher susceptibility to adverse outcomes.

Keyphrases

body composition
gestational age
resistance training
bone mineral density
body mass index
birth weight
weight gain
preterm birth
physical activity
high intensity