Prevalence of overweight in Hong Kong Chinese children: Its associations with family, early-life development and behaviors-related factors
Conclusion The present study revealed a high prevalence of overweight in Hong Kong pediatric population and demonstrated the family resemblance in weight status. Further interventions and promotions should involve parents and consider the family as a unit to tackle childhood overweight.
Source: Journal of Exercise Science and Fitness - Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research
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