Assessment of executive functions and physical activity in girls and boys with normal weight, overweight and obesity

ConclusionsEFs are affected by a high BMI and sedentary behaviour in school children. Boys and girls reflected differences to solve the same challenges. The MVPA has a positive effect on executive control skills mainly in overweight children.

Source: Pediatric Obesity - June 1, 2022 Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Authors: Lorena Patraca ‐Camacho, Tamara Cibrián‐Llanderal, Héctor‐Gabriel Acosta‐Mesa, Juan Francisco Rodríguez‐Landa, Tania Romo‐González, Marcela Rosas‐Nexticapa, Socorro Herrera‐Meza Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH Source Type: research