The relationship between the home environment and child adiposity: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Extensive research has demonstrated the role of the Home Environment (HE) in shaping children's energy balance behaviours. Less is known about direct relationships with bodyweight. This review examines associations between the social and physical aspects of three pre-defined Home Environment domains (food, physical activity and media) and adiposity measures in children ≤12 years.

Methods

Six electronic databases (PubMed, Medline, EBSCO CINAHL, EMBASE, Web of Science, PsycInfo) were systematically searched up to October 2020. Studies reporting at least one physical and/or social aspect of the food, physical activity and/or media domains of the Home Environment in relation to child adiposity outcomes were included (n = 62).

Results

Most studies examined one (

SUBMITTER: Kininmonth AR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7788808 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature