Salivary Biomarkers in Children: Exercise, Physical Activity and Obesity Studies

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Authors

  • Kristen F. Konkol Department of Human Performance, Minnesota State University, 1400 Highland Center, Mankato, MN 56001, USA
  • Andrew J. McKune Discipline of Sport and Exercise Science, Department of Health, UC-Research Institute for Sport and Exercise, University of Canberra, University Dr, Bruce ACT 2617, Australia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17140/SEMOJ-2-134

Keywords:

Physical activity, Obesity, Immunity, Neuro-endocrine, Children, Salivary bio markers, Sympathetic activation

Abstract

Worldwide, overweight/obesity and associated chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes (T2D), have reached epidemic proportions. The current statistics show that overweight/obesity and chronic disease is prevalent amongst adults and children in South Africa. The aim of the review is to discuss current research investigating how overweight/obesity and inactivity impact on salivary biomarkers of immune and sympathetic activation in children and how these may change with weight-loss and increased activity. There is limited research regarding the effect that these factors have on salivary biomarkers of health status, especially in children. Further, research is required to provide a clearer understanding of how salivary biomarkers may be used for understanding the impact of obesity and physical inactivity on pediatric health. This will play a role in the development of appropriate physical activity and exercise guidelines for children.

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Published

2016-09-15

How to Cite

Kristen F. Konkol, & Andrew J. McKune. (2016). Salivary Biomarkers in Children: Exercise, Physical Activity and Obesity Studies. Sports and Exercise Medicine , 2(2), 15–23. https://doi.org/10.17140/SEMOJ-2-134

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 2 (2016): Volume 2 Issue 2 2016

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