Grandmothers caring for grandchildren
In recent years our country has experienced a number of important social changes have led to the emergence of different types of households and the progressive incorporation of women into the labor market. This, together with the prolongation of life expectancy, has meant that the grandparents, especially grandmothers, in many cases take care of their [...]
Children who sleep little more risk for overweight
Increasing concern
Over the past 30 years the prevalence of overweight among youth has increased dramatically, even among children of preschool age. Approximately one in four children from 2 to 5 years are overweight or at risk of developing it.
Maternal overweight and obesity in children
In recent years, studies have revealed a possible relationship between prenatal exposure and the first years of life with the subsequent development of various chronic diseases. It is widely recognized that being overweight in childhood is a multifactor disorder that affects the pathways or genetic mechanisms, biological, and social environment that surrounds us. The features [...]
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