Children's consumption of ultra-processed foods rises from toddlerhood to middle childhood, increasing intake of free sugars and sodium while reducing fiber intake. Early dietary patterns significantly influence long-term health outcomes.
By Pooja Toshniwal PahariaReviewed by Benedette Cuffari, M.Sc.Oct 9 2024 Children 's intake of ultra-processed foods spikes significantly between toddlerhood and middle childhood, raising concerns over long-term health impacts like higher sodium and sugar consumption and reduced fiber intake.
Early meal experiences influence meal choices and eating habits later in life. Repeated exposure to various vegetables in infancy and toddlerhood increases the acceptance of these healthy foods into childhood and promotes good eating habits. Free sugar intake consistently exceeds guidelines: Toddlers and children in all UPF intake quintiles exceeded the recommended UK maximum of 5% energy from free sugars, indicating widespread overconsumption of sugary foods from a young age.
Logistic regression analysis was used to determine odds ratios , whereas complex samples general linear modeling accounted for twin data clustering. Individuals who maintained food records at the two intervals reported increased UPF consumption by 16% from toddlerhood to middle childhood.
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