Rate of change in body mass index at different ages during childhood and adult obesity risk.

Tao ZhangPaul K WheltonBo XiMarie Krousel-WoodLydia BazzanoJiang HeWei ChenShengxu Li

Published in: Pediatric obesity (2019)

Rates of change in BMI at different childhood ages are differentially associated with adult obesity. Puberty and postpuberty are crucial periods for the development of obesity in later life.

Keyphrases

weight gain
body mass index
insulin resistance
weight loss
metabolic syndrome
high fat diet induced
type diabetes
childhood cancer
early life
young adults