Childhood obesity may weaken bones, study finds
NCT ID NCT02654262
First seen May 14, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study looked at how obesity and related metabolic changes affect bone development in healthy girls aged 9 to 12. Researchers measured bone mass, density, and strength over two years. The goal is to understand risks and develop better prevention strategies for fractures and osteoporosis.
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University of Arizona, Nutritional Sciences Department
Tucson, Arizona, 85714, United States
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