Updating normative cross-sectional values and secular trends in body mass, body height and body mass index among Québec children and adolescents.

Mario LeoneHung Tien BuiEmilia KalinovaSabrina Bourget-GaudreaultPatrick LevesqueJean LemoyneDominic GagnonGeorges LarivièreLuc LégerMaxime Allisse

Published in: Canadian journal of public health = Revue canadienne de sante publique (2023)

This study provides up-to-date data on factors that contribute to the prevalence of overweight and obesity in youth in urban settings of Québec, and will be instrumental in guiding public health strategies designed to optimize growth outcomes.

Keyphrases

body mass index
public health
cross sectional
physical activity
risk factors
weight gain
working memory
electronic health record
young adults
type diabetes
adipose tissue
weight loss