Distinct racial and ethnic metabolic syndrome characteristics: A comparative assessment in low ‐income children 7–10 years of age

ConclusionsMetS prevalence was high in children ≤10 years, and proposed criteria are susceptible to racial and ethnic bias, diagnosing some populations more than other populations with high cardiovascular risk. Earlier preventative measures should be imposed in clinical settings, accounting for racial and ethnic differences, to mitigate disea se onset.

Source: Pediatric Obesity - May 13, 2022 Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Authors: Matthew R. Jeans, Reem Ghaddar, Sarvenaz Vandyousefi, Matthew J. Landry, Megan J. Gray, Heather J. Leidy, Tiffany A. Whittaker, Molly S. Bray, Jaimie N. Davis Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH Source Type: research