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  • 1Community Care, Mullingar Co Westmeath.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nutrition
  • Childhood Eating Habits
  • School Food Environment

Background:

  • Dietary habits established in childhood significantly impact long-term health and well-being.
  • Understanding food consumption patterns at school is crucial for public health initiatives.
  • A substantial portion of a child's daily food intake occurs at school.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the types of food consumed by children aged 8-12 years at school.
  • To identify the prevalence of "junk" food consumption among schoolchildren.
  • To explore the relationship between food provision methods and food choices.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was conducted among 456 children aged 8-12 years.
  • Food items consumed as snacks and lunches at school were categorized.
  • Dietary intake was assessed, distinguishing between home-prepared and purchased food.

Main Results:

  • Nearly half (48.6%) of snacks consumed at school were classified as "junk" food.
  • A high proportion of sandwiches (75.8%) were made with white bread.
  • Children receiving money to purchase food were significantly more likely to consume "junk" food (p < 0.01).

Conclusions:

  • School food environments often feature a high prevalence of "junk" food.
  • Nutritional education and improved school food standards are recommended to promote healthier eating habits.
  • Interventions targeting school food policies can positively influence children's long-term dietary practices.

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