Early Age at BMI Rebound May Be a Risk Factor for Cardiometabolic Disorders

Children with normal timing of BMI peak who experienced an early adiposity rebound or without any BMI decline after infancy appear to have the highest risk of developing an adverse cardiometabolic profile in adolescence.

Source: Early Age at BMI Rebound May Be a Risk Factor for Cardiometabolic Disorders – Endocrinology Advisor

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Stephanie Figon, MS, RDN, LD

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