Weight Status Among Minnesota Hispanic or Latino/a Youth: An Exploration of Protective Factors.

Christie L Martin Barbara J McMorrisMarla E EisenbergRenee E SievingCarolyn M PortaMichelle A MathiasonSarah M EspinozaYazmin A CespedesJayne A Fulkerson

Published in: American journal of health promotion : AJHP (2022)

Findings illustrate a need for obesity prevention initiatives for Hispanic or Latino/a youth. More research is needed to understand the protective nature of family caring and country/region of origin.

Keyphrases

african american
physical activity
weight loss
mental health
weight gain
young adults
metabolic syndrome
insulin resistance
type diabetes
body mass index
quality improvement
high fat diet induced
adipose tissue
skeletal muscle