Childhood obesity and metabolic syndrome: a systematic review

International Journal of Nutrology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Vitória de Oliveira Pagani, Isabela Monçalvarga, Juliana Salles Cantadori, Isabella Zolin de Almeida Lopes, LiviaCamargo Biasi, Mariana Lima Sanches
DOI: 10.54448/ijn26113
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Abstract

Childhood obesity holds great relevance in the global health panorama, being a problem that continues to rise. Such a condition is directly associated with metabolic disorders, triggering metabolic syndrome (MS), which results in several factors such as insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, arterial hypertension, and an increased risk of other comorbidities, such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. This systematic review aims to analyze factors such as prevalence, diagnostic criteria, and main risk factors, using scientific databases to select literature consistent with the proposed theme. Graphical Abstract

Fields of Study & Subjects

Obesity Physical Activity Diet Diabetes Cardiovascular Risks and Lipoproteins Adipokines Inflammation and Metabolic Diseases

Publication details

Journal / source
International Journal of Nutrology
Volume
19
Issue
1
Publication date
28 February 2026
Language
EN