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Dantong Wang1, Klazine van der Horst2, Emma F Jacquier3
1Nestlé Research Center, Route du Jorat 57, Vers-chez-les-Blanc, 1000 Lausanne, Switzerland. Dantong.Wang@rdls.nestle.com.
Nutrients
|February 15, 2018
Summary
Children
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Nutrition
- Global Dietary Patterns
- Childhood Health Behaviors
Background:
- Snacking is a prevalent dietary behavior in children globally.
- Understanding snacking patterns is crucial for addressing childhood nutrition and health.
- Cross-cultural variations in snacking habits require investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the prevalence and characteristics of snacking in children aged 4-13 years.
- To compare energy and nutrient contributions from snacks across Australia, China, Mexico, and the US.
- To identify age- and region-specific trends in snack consumption.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of national survey data from Australia, China, Mexico, and the US.
- Assessment of snacking prevalence and its contribution to total energy intake (TEI).
- Evaluation of nutrient composition and trends in snack choices by age group.
Main Results:
- Snacking prevalence exceeded 95% in Australia and the US, contributing significantly to TEI.
- Mexico and China showed lower prevalence (76% and 65% respectively) with smaller TEI contributions.
- Older children (9-13 years) consumed less fruit and milk, with increased savory snack intake in China, Mexico, and the US. Higher nutrient density of added sugars and saturated fats was observed in Australia, Mexico, and the US.
Conclusions:
- Snacking presents opportunities to promote fruit and vegetable intake, particularly in older children.
- Dietary guidelines should target reduced intake of saturated fats and added sugars in Australia, Mexico, and the US.
- Enhancing dairy consumption is recommended for children in China.
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