Ready-to-eat cereal consumption is associated with improved nutrient intakes and diet quality in Canadian adults and children across income levels.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Results from observational studies suggest ready-to-eat cereal (RTEC) consumption is associated with higher diet quality. In the United States, studies have shown that RTEC is an important contributor to nutrient intakes across income levels. However, it is unknown if this association varies by income level in the Canadian population. Given its affordability, RTEC may represent an important source of nutrients for lower-income individuals.

Objective

This study evaluated the association of RTEC consumption with nutrient intakes and diet quality across household income levels in Canadian adults and children.

Methods

Income and dietary data from 24 h dietary recalls were obtained from the 2015 Canadian Community Health Survey (CCHS)-Nutrition in 6,181 children

SUBMITTER: Sanders LM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10801256 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature