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Analysis of the Caloric and Macronutrient Content of Meal Options Offered to Children at Popular Restaurant Chains
ISSN: 1929 - 4247
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Analysis of the Caloric and Macronutrient Content of Meal Options Offered to Children at Popular Restaurant Chains
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ICC-0702
Publisher: Lifescience Global Inc.
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IAA.ZONE/192992044247
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1929 - 4247
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Abstract
Background: Previous research suggests that consumption of foods from restaurants is associated with poor dietary quality and adverse health outcomes. There are few studies that examine the nutrient content of children’s meal options offered at both sit-down and fast-food chain restaurants. The main objective was to describe the average energy and nutrient profiles of meal options on children’s menus at chain restaurants in the United States (US) and compare them to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Methods: The sample consisted of 13 sit-down and 16 fast-food restaurants ranked within the top 50 US restaurant chains in 2009 (meal nutrient content was accessed in 2010). There were 421 and 275 meal options listed on children’s menus from sit-down and fast-food restaurants, respectively. Descriptive statistics are presented for calories, fat, saturated fat, protein, carbohydrates, fiber, and sodium. Results: In general, nutrient con...
