... is assessed through a simple, mainly clinical approach based on medical history, physical examination, anthropometric measurements, dietary intake, body composition and biological parameters. Nutritional status assessment should start by history and physical examination combined with dietary record. When...

... athletes. On the other hand, some studies have suggested that delayed menarche is likely due to genetic factors. Girls who mature later often self-select or are recruited by coaches into sports that favor small or very lean bodies. Body composition has also been used to explain both delayed menarche...