Obesity

Studies from University of Minnesota provide new data on obesity

Published in Obesity and Diabetes Week, June 1st, 2009

According to recent research from the United States, " Students attending alternative high schools are an at-risk group of youth for poor health behaviors and obesity. However, little is known about their dietary practices."

" To examine associations between sex, race-/ethnicity, and socioeconomic status and selected dietary practices, including consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages, high-flat foods, and fruits and vegetables and fast-food restaurant use, among students attending alternative high schools. Population-based, cross-sectional study. Subjects/setting A convenience sample of adolescents (n=145; 52% men; 63% aged <18 years; and 39% white, 32% African...

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Source: Obesity and Diabetes Week (2009-06-01)

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