The composition and volume of gut bacteria in toddlers at the age of 3.5 can predict their body mass index (BMI) at age 5, regardless of prematurity at birth, a new study reports. Findings indicate alterations in gut microbiota linked with adult obesity might commence early in childhood. The study highlighted specific types of gut bacteria that are highly predictive of BMI at age 5.
The composition and volume of gut bacteria in toddlers at the age of 3.5 can predict their body mass index (BMI) at age 5, regardless of prematurity at birth, a new study reports. Findings indicate alterations in gut microbiota linked with adult obesity might commence early in childhood. The study highlighted specific types of gut bacteria that are highly predictive of BMI at age 5.
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