Relation between Dietary Habits, Physical Activity, and Anthropometric and Vascular Parameters in Children Attending the Primary School in the Verona South District
Dietary Patterns
Year Published: 2019
Journal
Authors
Giontella A, Bonafini S, Tagetti A, Bresadola I, Minuz P, Gaudino R, Cavarzere P, Ramaroli DA, Marcon D, Branz L, Nicolussi Principe L, Antoniazzi F, Maffeis C, Fava C
Methods
This school-based study was designed to identify the possible relationship between diet and physical activity, as well as other health parameters in 309 children.
Key Findings
Key Findings: Nut, fruit, and vegetable intake were associated with lower glucose levels in children. Lifestyle modifications should begin at an early age to prevent the onset of cardiovascular risk factors in children.
