Obesity in 9 to 12 Years Predicts Heart Disease Risk Factors in Adolescence

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Children with high BMI have adverse heart disease risk factors at adolescence

news-medical.net — “Children who have a high body mass index (BMI) between 9 and 12 years of age are more likely to have high blood pressure, cholesterol and blood insulin levels (all risk factors for developing heart disease) by the time they reach adolescence, according to a study published today.View full resource at news-medical.net

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Adolescent Body Mass Index Can Predict Young Adulthood Diabetes And Heart Disease The Behavioral Medicine Report

bmedreport.com — “A large cohort study following 37,000 teenagers for 17 years found that an elevated, yet normal range Body Mass Index (BMI) constitutes a substantial risk factor for obesity-related disorders in young adults (age 30-40).View full resource at bmedreport.com

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