Higher body mass index in children and adolescents is linked to an increased risk of high blood pressure, highlighting the need for early weight management.
Does higher body mass index increase the risk of elevated blood pressure in children and adolescents?
Overweight and obesity are strongly associated with an increased risk of elevated blood pressure in children and adolescents, emphasizing the importance of early weight management to mitigate long-term cardiovascular risk.
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Overweight and obesity may represent a potential risk factor for high blood pressure in the pediatric population. These findings underscore the importance of early weight management to mitigate the long-term risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Jiang et al. (Tue,) reported a other. Higher body mass index in children and adolescents is linked to an increased risk of high blood pressure, highlighting the need for early weight management.