Obesity link between maternal grandmother and grandchild was explored by a new study. Family history is a significant risk factor for obesity in children.
Obesity - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Complications, Treatment
Obesity is a condition where there is excess accumulation of body fat which poses a risk to the health of the individual. It can affect children and adults.
Obesity is a condition where there is excess accumulation of body fat which poses a risk to the health of the individual. It can affect children and adults.
‘The link between grandparent and grandchild which may increase the risk of abdominal obesity was examined. Family history is a significant risk factor for several non-communicable diseases. Conducting family interventions may help to combat obesity risk.’
The study found a consistent relationship between waist circumference in maternal grandmother and grandchild, with no relationship seen in other lineages. The association was seen at both time points analyzed: when children were five years old and nine years old. Data came from participants in the Lifeways Cross-Generation Cohort Study, which was initiated in 2001 in Ireland.
The results may suggest an intrauterine or environmental effect, with potential public health and clinical implications.
Childhood Obesity - Criteria - Causes - Complications, Treatment
Childhood obesity is one of the most serious health challenges in the developing countries and needs to be understood and tackled effectively.
Childhood obesity is one of the most serious health challenges in the developing countries and needs to be understood and tackled effectively.
"But they also emphasize the need to understand in scientific terms cross-generation transmission of non-communicable disease risk."
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Poor Diet, Obesity Before Conception Impacts Child's Health
Not just smoking and drinking alcohol, obesity and poor diet in the parent can also greatly impact the growth, development and long-term health of the children.
Not just smoking and drinking alcohol, obesity and poor diet in the parent can also greatly impact the growth, development and long-term health of the children.
