A Comparative Analysis of Chewing Function and Feeding Behaviors in Children with Autism

Şahan, Ayşe Kübra; Öztürk, Nazan; Demir, Numan; Karaduman, Aynur Ayşe; Arslan, Selen Serel

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“…Being opposed to different situations, which is at the base of autism, and sensory sensitivities of children diagnosed with autism can be seen as the causes of this (Schreck et al , 2004). Especially the difference in the sense of touch is effective in the emergence of nutritional problems such as food selectivity, difficulty in chewing, being obsessed with certain foods, and always eating that particular food (Şahan et al , 2021). These problems lead to various health problems in children; however, they also adversely affect their communication with their parents, cause stress and anxiety for the family and adversely affect the social and physical development of the child (Burkett et al , 2021).…”

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“…Healthy eating habits are essential for children and their families with typical development, as well as for the lives of children diagnosed with autism and their families (Şahan et al , 2021). However, limited literature comes forward when studies on eating problems and nutritional disorders, especially the ones on the solution to these problems, are examined.…”

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“…The fact that children diagnosed with autism begin consuming new food is a process that requires more effort than children with typical development (Patton et al , 2020; Şahan et al , 2021). Being opposed to different situations, which is at the base of autism, and sensory sensitivities of children diagnosed with autism can be seen as the causes of this (Schreck et al , 2004).…”

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Nutritional problems and body mass index of Turkish children with autism

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Purpose This study aims to evaluate the nutritional habits, eating behavior and nutritional status of children with autism. Design/methodology/approach This study was conducted with 60 boys and 16 girls diagnosed with autism (mean age: 8.3 ± 4.9 years). Research data were collected from parents of children with autism using a questionnaire form developed by researchers after literature searching. The height and body weight of the children were recorded, and body mass index (BMI) was calculated. Findings Almost half of the children except the 13–18 age group were overweight/obese according to BMI. Difficulty in giving new food was 73.1% in the 2–5 age group, 70% in the 6–12 age group and 40% in the 13–18 age group (p = 0.04). It was determined that the children refused to consume a median of 3 (1–8) types of food (p = 0.04) and were obsessed with consuming 2 (1–4) types of food and 1 (1–4) type of beverages. Additionally, milk and dairy products were refused significantly higher between 2–5 and 6–12 years than 13–18 years (p = 0.02). Also, it was found that age had an inverse effect on refusal food number (β = 0.38, 95% CI = −0.30 − −0.08, p = 0.01). In conclusion, obesity and nutritional problems such as food selectivity, food refusal and obsessive eating behavior are encountered in children with autism which affect children socially and physically and should not be ignored when planning the treatment of children with autism. Research limitations/implications The lack of a control group to compare the results of children with autism is an important limitation of the study. Originality/value This study fulfills a defined need to examine and evaluate Turkish children’s nutritional status, nutritional habits and eating behavior with autism.

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“…In terms of food intake in ASD patients, there are some difficulties to consider which are not only related to their low tolerance of solid food but also with regard to their cognitive or behavioral rigidity, which determines a tendency in these patients to remain in a stable environment, and therefore makes the introduction of new foods difficult [16]. They also have difficulty in accepting certain textures, with alterations in palatability and also problems chewing and swallowing [41]. The intake of fruits and vegetables was lower than that recommended, mimicking what is usual in the whole Spanish population [42][43][44][45].…”

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Dietary Patterns, Eating Behavior, and Nutrient Intakes of Spanish Preschool Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

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Eating behavior problems are characteristic of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) with a highly restricted range of food choices, which may pose an associated risk of nutritional problems. Hence, detailed knowledge of the dietary patterns (DPs) and nutrient intakes of ASD patients is necessary to carry out intervention strategies if required. The present study aimed to determine the DPs and macro-and micronutrient intakes in a sample of Spanish preschool children with ASD compared to typically developing control children. Fifty-four children with ASD (two to six years of age) diagnosed with ASD according to the Diagnostic Manual-5 criteria), and a control group of 57 typically developing children of similar ages were recruited. A validated food frequency questionnaire was used, and the intake of energy and nutrients was estimated through three non-consecutive 24-h dietary registrations. DPs were assessed using principal component analysis and hierarchical clustering analysis. Children with ASD exhibited a DP characterized by high energy and fat intakes and a low intake of vegetables and fruits. Likewise, meat intake of any type, both lean and fatty, was associated with higher consumption of fish and dietary fat. Furthermore, the increased consumption of dairy products was associated with increased consumption of cereals and pasta. In addition, they had frequent consumption of manufactured products with poor nutritional quality, e.g., beverages, sweets, snacks and bakery products. The percentages of children with ASD complying with the adequacy of nutrient intakes were higher for energy, saturated fat, calcium, and vitamin C, and lower for iron, iodine, and vitamins of group B when compared with control children. In conclusion, this study emphasizes the need to assess the DPs and nutrient intakes of children with ASD to correct their alterations and discard some potential nutritional diseases.

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“…Disfagija se može javiti kod inače zdravog deteta, ali se češće dešava kod prevremeno rođene dece, kod dece sa neuromuskularnim oboljenjima, kardiopulmonalnim i gastrointestinalnim bolestima i kongenitalnim anomalijama gornjeg aerodigestivnog trakta (rascep nepca, paralize glasnice, atrezije membrane jednjaka) 17 . Specifične populacije dece, kao što su deca sa autizmom, mogu imati probleme sa gutanjem, što zahteva ranu dijagnostiku i adekvatnu terapiju 18 .…”

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Swallowing disorders

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Dysphagia represents the impairment of swallowing liquids and/or solid food and may occur due to an impairment of any part of the swallowing mechanism. Swallowing disorder has significant morbidity and mortality due to the possibility of malnutrition, loss of muscle mass, dehydration, aspiration, and aspirational pneumonia. Furthermore, it may significantly affect the quality of life and treatment of comorbidities. The purpose of this scoping review was to provide an overview of current guidelines and published literature (PubMed) to identify patients at risk for dysphagia eligible for further examinations, and treatment. Swallowing is a partly voluntary, and partly involuntary action. It can be divided into the oral, pharyngeal, and esophageal phases. Although swallowing disorders can occur in all age groups, they occur most often in the elderly, neurological patients, and patients with head and neck cancer. The diagnostic protocol for dysphagia includes a detailed history, physical examination of all structures involved in the act of swallowing, radiologic examinations (barium swallow test, videofluoroscopic swallow study, CT/MRI), endoscopic procedures (rigid or fiberoptic) and specific questionnaires to evaluate dietary intake, nutritional status and dysphagia-related quality of life. Therapeutic modalities include medications, correction of metabolic and nutritional deficits, bolus consistency modification, postural adjustments and swallow manoeuvers, specific exercise treatment, and surgery. Recently, an increasing number of studies have been published on sensory stimulation, which involves applying techniques like thermal and chemical stimulation, as well as neurostimulation in patients with dysphagia. Identifying persons at risk and treatment of dysphagia may prevent potentially fatal complications, reduce hospital length of stay and improve tolerance to the treatment of comorbidities.

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A Comparative Analysis of Chewing Function and Feeding Behaviors in Children with Autism

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Nutritional problems and body mass index of Turkish children with autism

Nutritional problems and body mass index of Turkish children with autism

Dietary Patterns, Eating Behavior, and Nutrient Intakes of Spanish Preschool Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

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