Obese children aged 4 ‐6 displayed decreased fasting and postprandial ghrelin levels in response to a test meal
ConclusionObese children aged 4‐6 years had reduced ghrelin and increased insulin levels in the fasting state and postprandial ghrelin was suppressed, suggesting that their energy metabolism was already dysregulated at this young age. Early obesity interventions are essential.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Source: Acta Paediatrica - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Jenny Önnerfält, Charlotte Erlanson‐Albertsson, Caroline Montelius, Kristina Thorngren‐Jerneck Tags: Regular Article Source Type: research
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