hrp0098p3-95 | Fat, Metabolism and Obesity | ESPE2024

Fructose intake is associated with masld in pediatric obesity

Felicia Faienza Maria , Farella Ilaria , Cecere Valentina , Monteduro Mariantonietta , Chiarito Mariangela , Urbano Flavia , Baim a Jessica , Antoniotti Valentina , Tini Sabrina , Prodam Flavia

Background: Fructose consumption in children is increasing, as is the prevalence of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). Despite the growing evidence supporting the effects of added sugars in the development of metabolic syndrome and related comorbidities, the association between fructose intake and liver diseases remains to be clarified, especially in young people. Our study aim ed to evaluate the role of fructose intake on metabo...