Food insecurity is a risk factor for metabolic dysfunction ‐associated steatotic liver disease in Latinx children

ConclusionsExposure to household food insecurity at 4  years of age was associated with increased risk for MASLD later in childhood. Further studies are needed to explore mechanism(s) and impact of reducing food insecurity on risk for MASLD.

Source: Pediatric Obesity - March 8, 2024 Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Authors: Sarah L. Maxwell, Jennifer C. Price, Emily R. Perito, Philip Rosenthal, Janet M. Wojcicki Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH Source Type: research