The younger a child is when he or she encounters the "adiposity rebound," the greater the likelihood the child will have an increased BMI as an adult.

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The adiposity rebound is the second rise in body mass index (BMI) that occurs between ages 5 and 7. An earlier adiposity rebound is associated with a higher risk of obesity in later life, as it indicates an earlier onset of body fat accumulation.

The Younger a Child Is When He or She Encounters