Consumption of ultra-processed foods and low dietary diversity are associated with sedentary and unhealthy eating behaviors: A nationwide study with Brazilian Schoolchildren
Giovanna Angela Leonel Oliveira,
Vivian Siqueira Santos Gonçalves,
Eduardo Yoshio Nakano
et al.
Abstract:Background
Consumption of ultra-processed foods and low dietary diversity are risk factors for chronic diseases.
Aim
To evaluate the association between food consumption and sedentary and unhealthy eating behaviors of Brazilian schoolchildren between 6 and 11 years old.
Methods
Cross-sectional study. A prevalence sample was calculated considering the number of children enrolled in elementary school. This sample was distributed proportionally to Brazil’s macro-regions and the type of school (public or priva… Show more
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