Physical activity as a preventive measure against overweight, obesity, infections, allergies and cardiovascular disease risk factors in adolescents: AFINOS Study protocol

• Main Authors: Calle María E (Author), Villagra Ariel (Author), Martínez-Gómez David (Author), Gómez-Martínez Sonia (Author), Veiga Oscar L (Author), Marcos Ascensión (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2009-12-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Prior studies addressing the impacts of regular physical activity or sedentary habits on the immune system have been conducted in adults and laboratory settings. Thus, it is practically unknown how a healthy active lifestyle could af...