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Metabolomics: A Promising Tool in the Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Obesity

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  • Marisa Censani

  • Suzanne Cuda

  • September 18, 2024

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    Childhood obesity prevalence increased from 2% in 1990 to 8% in 2022, highlighting a growing global health crisis.

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    Metabolomics can elucidate mechanisms of childhood obesity and identify metabolic pathways involved in its development.

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    Associations between plasma and fecal metabolites and obesity indicators were observed, suggesting potential therapeutic targets.

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    Metabolomics may enable early detection of obesity risk in children, allowing for preventive interventions before adipose tissue accumulation.

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    The study emphasizes the importance of identifying healthy metabolic profiles in children to improve long-term health outcomes.

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Metabolomics: A Promising Tool in the Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Obesity

  • by Marisa Censani, Suzanne Cuda

  • September 18, 2024

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