A Novel method for the identification and quantification of weight faltering.

Daniel J NaumenkoJames DykesG Kesler O'ConnorZofia StanleyNabeel AffaraAndrew M DoelSaikou DrammehDavid B DungerAbdoulie FaalKen K OngFatou SossehAndrew M PrenticeSophie E MooreRobin M Bernstein

Published in: American journal of physical anthropology (2021)

This method identifies and quantifies short-term weight faltering episodes, that are in turn negatively associated with growth outcomes. This approach offers a tool for investigators interested in understanding how short-term weight faltering relates to longer-term outcomes.

Keyphrases

body mass index
weight loss
physical activity
weight gain
body weight
type diabetes
genome wide
gene expression
sensitive detection
glycemic control
dna methylation
adipose tissue
insulin resistance