SEP 8, 2026 · JOURNAL ARTICLE
Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome Among Obese Children in Cote d’Ivoire
Journal of Food and Nutrition Sciences
Cross-sectional survey with very small biological subsample (n=64) and surrogate endpoints; establishes prevalence estimates but lacks comparator group design and cannot determine causation or temporal relationships.
Reported
Metabolic syndrome prevalence25%
Prevalence among girls20.3%
Prevalence among boys4.7%