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Underreporting of energy intake in developing nations.
Fernanda B Scagliusi1, Eduardo Ferriolli, Antonio H Lancha
1Department of Biodynamics, School of Physical Education and Sport, University of São Paulo, Brazil. fesc@usp.br
Nutrition Reviews
|August 17, 2006
Summary
Energy intake (EI) is often underreported in developing nations, as shown by studies comparing it to energy expenditure (EE). This review highlights the implications of EI underreporting and suggests future research directions using the doubly labeled water method.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Human Physiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Energy balance is achieved when energy intake (EI) equals energy expenditure (EE).
- The doubly labeled water (DLW) method is the gold standard for measuring EE.
- Studies in developed countries indicate significant underreporting of EI.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review studies on EI underreporting in developing nations.
- To extrapolate data using DLW to estimate EE and EI.
- To discuss the implications of EI underreporting in developing countries.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing studies on EI and EE in developing nations.
- Extrapolation of EI and EE data using DLW method principles.
- Analysis of underreporting patterns and their consequences.
Main Results:
- Evidence suggests substantial EI underreporting in developing nations, similar to developed countries.
- DLW-extrapolated data provide more accurate EE and EI estimates.
- Underreporting has significant implications for nutritional assessment and public health interventions.
Conclusions:
- EI underreporting is a prevalent issue in developing nations, impacting nutritional status assessment.
- The DLW method is crucial for accurate EE and EI determination in these populations.
- Further research is needed to address underreporting and its consequences in developing countries.