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The relationships between fat-soluble vitamin deficiency and childhood obesity risk

  • By

  • Fang Zhou

  • Xiaofang Li

  • Li Zhu

  • Zhenzhen Jin

  • Hengdong Fu

  • Zhouying Guo

  • Yu Fang

  • May 20, 2026

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    The study examined the relationship between serum levels of fat-soluble vitamins and obesity indicators in children.

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    Vitamin D deficiency was significantly more prevalent in the obese group compared to the control group.

  • 3

    Age-stratified analysis indicated a strong association between vitamin D deficiency and obesity in children aged 6–17 years.

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    The research highlights the need for comprehensive assessments of all fat-soluble vitamins in relation to childhood obesity.

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    Findings emphasize the importance of addressing vitamin deficiencies to improve nutritional status and prevent obesity in children.

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The relationships between fat-soluble vitamin deficiency and childhood obesity risk

  • by Fang Zhou, Xiaofang Li, Li Zhu, Zhenzhen Jin, Hengdong Fu, Zhouying Guo, Yu Fang

  • May 20, 2026

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