Association of Vitamin D and Weight Status With Neurodevelopmental Outcomes in a Large Pediatric Population: Cross-Sectional Study

Key Points

Neurodevelopmental outcomes are linked to vitamin D levels, showing a sex-dependent relationship.
Children with vitamin D deficiency experience suboptimal neurodevelopmental progress, particularly if they are overweight.
The observational analysis assesses the influence of weight status on vitamin D's impact on child neurodevelopment.
Tailored pediatric care is necessary to address the varying effects of vitamin D based on weight and sex.

Abstract

Vitamin D insufficiency/deficiency is associated with suboptimal neurodevelopmental outcomes in a sex-dependent manner modulated by weight status, challenging "one-size-fits-all" clinical models. We advocate for stratified, sex-specific screening and personalized pediatric care strategies.

Association of Vitamin D and Weight Status With Neurodevelopmental Outcomes in a Large Pediatric Population: Cross-Sectional Study

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