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12 Jun 2021
Study reveals that BMI may underestimate true extent of childhood obesity problem
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Childhood obesity prevalence data based on Body Mass Index (BMI) may be providing inaccurate estimates of the current obesity epidemic and associated health risks, according to new research by Leeds Metropolitan University, published in Obesity journal. Senior lecturer Claire Griffiths explains the purpose and findings of the study.
For more information please visit http://www.leedsmet.ac.uk
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