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Signs of cardiac disease start early in obese children

Kids as young as 8 have enlarged hearts, detailed images reveal

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AT RISK  Detailed MRI images suggest that even young hearts may feel the strain of obesity.

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By Laura Beil

- More than 2 years ago

ORLANDO, Fla. — Obese children as young as 8 years old may experience worrisome changes to their hearts, according to data presented November 10 at the American Heart Association’s annual scientific sessions.