Macro- and micronutrient intakes in picky eaters: a cause for concern?

摘要: Background Picky eating (PE) is characterized by an unwillingness to eat certain foods and strong food preferences. PE may result in lower intakes of energy nutrients, which compromise health. Objectives We quantified nutrient group children identified as picky eaters or nonpicky compared between groups with United Kingdom reference intakes. Design was observational cohort (Avon Longitudinal Study Parents Children) from questionnaires administered when were aged 2, 3, 4.5, 5.5 y. Dietary intake assessed at 3.5 7.5 y a 3-d record. The dietary assessment age 3 y, the longitudinally defined groups. Results had mean carotene, iron, zinc than eaters. There similar differences Iron most likely be below recommended amounts, free sugar much higher recommended. no significant groups, adequate relative estimated average requirements. Nutrient explained meat, fish, vegetables, fruits sugary drinks older Conclusions did not compromised macronutrient intakes, although iron more recommendations for Emphasis should placed on allaying parental concerns about being prone inadequate encouraging all parents extend their child's diet include nutrient-rich items, especially less nutrient-poor foods.