Dietary habits, physical activity and nutritional status in children
with Down’s syndrome
Anna Wrzochal,
Kamila Sobaś,
Edyta Suliga
Abstract:Introduction: To date, the risk factors for overweight and obesity in children with Down's syndrome (DS) have not been comprehensively described, as studies on the subject are rare and usually conducted among small groups.Aim of the research: To assess the dietary habits and physical activity, and their associations with nutritional status, in children with DS compared to a group of their typically developing peers. Material and methods: A sample of 102 children with DS and 107 children without SD aged 5-14 ye… Show more
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