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LONGITUDINAL STUDY OF BODY FAT GAIN IN GIRLS.

Authors :
Treuth, Margarita S.
Butte, Nancy F.
Sorkin, John D.
Source :
Nutrition Research Newsletter. Jan2004, Vol. 23 Issue 1, p2-2. 1/2p.
Publication Year :
2004

Abstract

Focuses on the longitudinal study of body fat gain in girls in the U.S. Role played by environmental and genetic factors in the development of childhood obesity; Contributions of energy intake and energy expenditure in the increased prevalence of obesity among children; Significant risk of non-obese girls with two obese parents to develop obesity.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
07360037
Volume :
23
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Nutrition Research Newsletter
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
12229171