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New genetic cause of obesity could help guide treatment
Scientists have discovered a new cause of why people who lack a specific blood group are genetically predisposed to be overweight or obese.
Light physical activity as a child is key to reducing risk of type 2 diabetes
Increased sedentary time from childhood is associated with a significant increase in blood insulin concentration and therefore the risk of type 2 diabetes, a new study has found.
Being sedentary as a child significantly increases risk of premature vascular damage
Childhood sedentariness has been identified as a cause of premature vascular damage, but engaging in light physical activity could reduce the risk.
Waist-to-height ratio detects fat obesity in children and adolescents significantly better than BMI
Waist circumference-to-height ratio has been identified as an inexpensive measure of obesity in children and adolescents that could replace body mass index.