ArticleRevista paulista de pediatria : orgao oficial da Sociedade de Pediatria de Sao Paulo2023
Consumption of ultra-processed foods and associated factors in children from Barbacena (MG), Brazil.
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- Ultra-Processed Foods and Markers of Systemic Inflammation in Children.Food science & nutrition · 2025Article
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- Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Associated with the Selection of Sweetened Ultra-Processed Foods and Their Importance in Oral Health.Dentistry journal · 2024Article
- Lipid Profile and the Frequency of Dyslipidemia in Iranian Adolescents with Severe Obesity, Who Were Candidates for Bariatric Surgery.Obesity surgery · 2024Article
- School as Marketplace for Promoting Unhealthy Snack Consumption Among Children in Northern Thailand.Inquiry : a journal of medical care organization, provision and financingArticle
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Abstract
objectiveTo evaluate the prevalence of ultra-processed food consumption and associated factors among children enrolled in the public school system of the city of Barbacena, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
methodsThis is a cross-sectional study conducted with schoolchildren aged 7-9 years, of both sexes, enrolled in state public schools. Food intake was assessed using the Previous Day Food Questionnaire and the level of physical activity by the Previous Day Physical Activity Questionnaire. The listed foods were classified according to the extent and purpose of industrial processing, using the NOVA classification. Pearson's χ2 test, Fisher's exact test, χ2 with Yates correction, and Poisson regression were used in the statistical analysis, estimating the crude and adjusted prevalence ratio, with 95% confidence intervals.
resultsThe prevalence of daily ultra-processed food consumption was 69.6%. After adjusted analyses, the consumption of ultra-processed food was associated with the omission of breakfast, mid-afternoon snack, supper, low physical activity, and consumption of risk foods. On the other hand, consumption of in natura or minimally processed foods was associated with older age, the consumption of lunch, mid-afternoon snack, dinner, and protective foods.
conclusionsThere is a high prevalence of ultra-processed foods consumption, associated with unhealthy dietary habits among schoolchildren. This highlights the need for nutritional counseling and educational actions, favoring healthy eating in childhood.
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