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    Acad Pediatr: The relationship between calories, caffeine and obesity in young children

    • Last Update: 2021-07-30
    • Source: Internet
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    High-calorie foods and drinks, usually containing caffeine, can cause children to be overweight/obese
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    Recently, researchers evaluated the results of an educational intervention to promote the healthy growth of young children, and used detailed dietary data to explore the relationship between nutrient intake and the early development of overweight and obesity.


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    The study included obese Latino pregnant women who were registered before delivery
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    Specially trained community health workers provide breastfeeding support and nutrition education during 10 home visits from birth to 24 months


     

    The results showed that out of 174 randomly selected babies, 106 children were followed up for 24 to 36 months
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    Educational interventions did not prevent overweight/obesity


    In summary, the results of the study show that caffeine is a sign of increasing caloric intake and reducing the intake of key nutrients
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    When discussing dietary intake in early childhood, practitioners should screen young children for nutrient deficiencies and recommend limiting the intake of caffeinated foods and beverages


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    Original source:

     

    David P McCormick, et al.


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