Associations between asthma, overweight and physical activity in children: a cross-sectional study.

Maartje WilleboordseKim D G van de KantCharlotte A van der VeldenConstant P van SchayckEdward Dompeling

Published in: BMC public health (2016)

We found no significant associations between asthma, overweight and PA levels in school-aged children in this study. However, as PA levels were worryingly low, effective PA promotion in school-aged children is necessary.

Keyphrases

physical activity
young adults
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
mental health
lung function
body mass index
weight gain
sleep quality
air pollution