Association Between Physical Activity and Indicators of Overweight/Obesity and Metabolically Unhealthy Obesity Risk in Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Review of Prospective Epidemiological Studies and Randomized Controlled Trials in Western Countries
Systematic review explores the relationship between physical activity, indicators of obesity, and unhealthy metabolism in children, suggesting implications for public health.
Key Points
Physical activity significantly reduces body mass index in children, indicating a protective effect against overweight and obesity.
Among 106 studies reviewed, 86 epidemiological studies noted a connection between moderate-to-vigorous physical activity and lower obesity rates.
Randomized controlled trials showed a beneficial impact on body mass index, with a specific focus on long-term multicomponent interventions incorporating behavior changes.
Research highlights the necessity for further studies to understand the relationship between physical activity and metabolically unhealthy obesity in children.