Association between five dietary indices and childhood asthma: the mediating role of visceral adiposity indicators using NHANES data

Our study indicates that adherence to healthier dietary patterns may significantly reduce the risk of asthma in children. The observed association between a diet low in inflammatory potential and a decreased likelihood of asthma suggests that anti-inflammatory diets could play a crucial role in asthma prevention. These insights could guide future dietary recommendations and interventions aimed at decreasing asthma prevalence among pediatric populations.