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Harmonized Cross-Sectional Surveys Focused on Fluid Intake in Children, Adolescents and Adults: The Liq.In7

Homero Martinez1, Isabelle Guelinckx, Jordi Salas-Salvadó

  • 1Micronutrient Forum, Micronutrient Initiative, Ottawa, Ont., Canada.

Annals of Nutrition & Metabolism
|June 15, 2016
PubMed

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Many children and adolescents do not meet adequate water intake recommendations. This study assessed total fluid intake (TFI) across age groups and countries, finding significant variations and a need for increased water consumption initiatives.

Area of Science:

  • Nutrition Science
  • Public Health
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Adequate fluid intake is crucial for overall health, particularly in growing populations.
  • Understanding beverage consumption patterns is essential for public health recommendations.
  • Previous research has highlighted variations in hydration habits globally.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the total fluid intake (TFI) in children, adolescents, and adults.
  • To evaluate the contribution of water and other beverages to TFI across different countries.
  • To compare fluid intake with European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) adequate intake (AI) recommendations.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted 15 cross-sectional surveys (Liq.In7 study) involving 3,611 children, 8,109 adolescents, and 16,276 adults.
  • Utilized a 7-day fluid-specific record to quantify total fluid intake (TFI).
  • Analyzed the contribution of drinking water and other beverages to TFI.

Main Results:

  • Median TFI was 1.2 L/day for children, 1.2 L/day for adolescents, and 1.8 L/day for adults.
  • Only 39% of children, 25% of adolescents, and 51% of adults met EFSA AI recommendations for water.
  • Beverage contribution to TFI varied significantly by country; water was primary in some, while hot beverages, juices, or sweet drinks dominated in others.

Conclusions:

  • A substantial proportion of children and adolescents do not meet recommended water intake levels.
  • Water intake was not the leading contributor to TFI in all surveyed nations.
  • Interventions to promote increased water consumption are necessary, especially for younger populations.
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