Journal of Nutritional Disorders & Therapy

Zheng Chen

Publications

• Research Article
  Risk Factors of Hypovitaminosis D in Adolescents, Shanghai, China: A Cross-Sectional Study
  Author(s): Chun-dan Gong, Zheng Chen, Qiao-ling Wu, Dan Zhang, Zheng-yan Zhao and Yong-mei PengChun-dan Gong, Zheng Chen, Qiao-ling Wu, Dan Zhang, Zheng-yan Zhao and Yong-mei Peng
  
  Abstract Background and Objectives: Hypovitaminosis D is prevalent worldwide. Accumulating researches suggested vitamin D deficiency is associated with obesity and dyslipidemia. But the relationship is still controversial. This study was aimed to evaluate the vitamin D status in Chinese adolescents, to find out the risk factors of hypovitaminosis D and its association with obesity. Methods: A cross-sectional survey of serum 25(OH)D, glycolipids, anthropometric measurements and life style investigation was done in 441 youths. The prevalence of hypovitaminosis D was determined. The influence factors of 25(OH)D concentration were analysed. Multi-variation logistic regression was utilized to find the risk factors of hypovitaminosis D. The association of vitamin D3 and the metabolic indice was analysed by gender. .. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2161-0509.1000158

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