This observational analysis links screen time, dietary intake, and physical activity to increased obesity risk in children, suggesting important intervention strategies.
Key Points
Longer screen time was positively associated with higher odds of obesity, increasing the risks of obesity significantly.
Children with obesity averaged 94.91 minutes of daily screen time, compared to 83.15 minutes in normal-weight peers.
Assessment included screen time using wearable cameras, dietary intake through 3-day recalls, and physical activity through accelerometers.
Findings highlight the importance of reducing screen exposure, encouraging physical activity, and increasing protein intake during meals.