Thursday, January 7, 2016

Light exposure and kids' weight: Is there a link?

Light exposure plays a role in the weight of preschool children, a world-first study reveals. The researchers studied children aged three to five, from six childcare centers, measuring the children's sleep, activity and light exposure for a two week period, along with height and weight to calculate their BMI, then followed up 12-months later.


Originally published at http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/01/160107104820.htm

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