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Abdominal fat and risk of impaired lung function and asthma in children: A population‐based prospective cohort study

Obesity, specifically abdominal adiposity, is associated with increased risks of lung function impairment and asthma in children, but potential adverse effects among adolescents are unknown. We hypothesized that elevated amounts… Click to show full abstract

Obesity, specifically abdominal adiposity, is associated with increased risks of lung function impairment and asthma in children, but potential adverse effects among adolescents are unknown. We hypothesized that elevated amounts of specific abdominal fat depots during childhood and adolescence may lead to adverse respiratory outcomes in adolescents.

Keywords: fat risk; asthma children; abdominal fat; lung function

Journal Title: Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
Year Published: 2024

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