Increase of body mass index is a useful predictor of childhood obesity

This study outlines where we are and how to think about the next steps for identi fying and treating childhood obesity. In this respect, we believe that a simple method for recognition of a high risk of childhood obesity is required.

Source: The Journal of Pediatrics - September 17, 2019 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Go Ichikawa, Osamu Arisaka, Koryo Nakayama, Satomi Koyama, Shigemi Yoshihara Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research