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Title: Longitudinal changes in body composition, physical capacities and energy expenditure in boys and girls during the onset of puberty.
Author: Bitar A, Vernet J, Coudert J, Vermorel M.
Abstract:
BACKGROUND: The onset of puberty is a period of rapid anatomical and physiological alterations expected to induce changes in metabolic rate and energy requirements of children. AIM OF THE STUDY: To evaluate the changes in anthropometrical features, bod
Journal: Eur J Nutr. 2000 Aug;39(4):157-63.