Dietary intakes of 10-year old children were examined in seven cross-sectional surveys to observe secular trends in nutrient intake and food consumption. Total energy intake remained unchanged. A significant trend was noted in ponderal index, increasing from 12.3 in 1973-74 to 13.7 in 1992-94. Linear trends were noted for total fat, saturated fat, dietary cholesterol, polyunsaturated fat, and total carbohydrate. A significant increase in percent energy from protein and carbohydrate and a significant decrease in percent energy from fat was also noted. Trends in nutrient intakes of children reflected trends in food consumption. The percentage of total fat from milk, beef, pork, and desserts decreased, while that from mixed meats, poultry, breads, and grains increased. Although more children met dietary recommendations for total fat, saturated fat, and dietary cholesterol, the vast majority continued to exceed prudent diet recommendations.
Learning Objectives: - Participants will be able to describe the trends of nutrient intake over two decades as taken by the Bogalusa Heart Study. - Participants will be able to explain the importance of the changes in nutrient intake and their role on overall health
Keywords: Child Health Promotion, Obesity
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