Sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) are major contributors of free sugars to the diet. A
strong relationship between SSB intake and weight gain is described. Methods: we …

Childhood obesity represents a serious public health burden. Despite excessive dietary
consumption, children with obesity present high rates of micronutrient deficiencies, such as …

Sleep has been found to have wide-ranging effects on sports performance and overall well-
being. Recent research has found evidence relating chronic suboptimal sleep with the risk of …

Introduction It is well known that there is a strong linkage between obesity, systemic low‐
grade inflammation, and oxidative stress in the pediatric population. Possible strategies that …

Background Obesity is a multifactorial chronic disease with a high, increasing worldwide
prevalence. Genetic causes account for 7% of the cases in children with extreme obesity …

Asthma is a complex condition that affects 14% of the world's children and the approach to
management includes both pharmacologic as well as non-pharmacologic strategies …

Obesity is defined as a condition characterized by an excessive fat accumulation that has
negative health consequences. Pediatric obesity is associated with an increased risk for …

Introduction Overweight or obese children develop abnormal endothelial cell dysfunction
and arterial intima–media thickening with increased vasomotor tone and inflammation …

Background: From a young age, children learn different motor skills known as fundamental
motor skills. The acquisition of these skills is crucial for the future development of context …

Childhood obesity is one of the most challenging problem of the 21st century. The
prevalence has increased, reaching an alarming rate. Furthermore, the problem is global …