The purpose of this study is to examine the association between family history of diabetes (FHD), body mass index (BMI), and acculturation with children’s BMI status.
Methods
Baseline data from a randomized community intervention trial promoting healthy eating and physical activity were collected in children living in San Diego, California. A self-administered survey was completed by primary caregivers at each school assessing maternal diabetes, BMI, acculturation, and socioeconomic status (SES). Anthropometric data (height, weight, and BMI) from mothers and children were also collected.
Results
A total of 812 caregivers completed the baseline survey. Adjusting for maternal age, marital status, and socioeconomic level, women who had been diagnosed with diabetes or gestational diabetes or who received diabetes treatment were significantly more likely to have overweight children. Maternal BMI was also associated with children’s weight. Maternal acculturation level was marginally associated with children’s BMI.
Conclusions
FHD, gestational diabetes, and BMI were associated with children’s overweight status. More comprehensive interventions are needed to prevent obesity in Latino children and adults.
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