Life course factors associated with metabolically healthy obesity: a protocol for the systematic review of longitudinal studies.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is heterogeneity among obese individuals, as some appear to have healthier metabolic profiles and decreased health risks. These individuals are defined as metabolically healthy obese (MHO), whilst those with unhealthy metabolic profiles are defined as metabolically unhealthy obese (MUO). To date, most research on MHO has been cross-sectional or focused on disease prognosis. However, longitudinal studies are required to provide greater insight into the life course factors that contribute to the development of MHO. This study aims to systematically review longitudinal studies investigating the association between life course exposures and future MHO status.

Methods

Electronic databases (MEDLINE, SCOPUS, and Web of Science) will be searched using a trialled sea

SUBMITTER: Robson EM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5870377 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature