Problematic behaviors at mealtimes and the nutritional status of Brazilian children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The aim of this study was to explore problematic behaviors and their association with the food consumption and nutritional status of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Methods

This is a cross-sectional study which enrolled 90 Brazilian children (aged 2-10 years) with ASD. A sociodemographic questionnaire, the ASD Eating Behavior Assessment Scale, and the 24-h recall were used. Age, height, total body weight, and Body Mass Index (BMI) were accessed to estimate nutritional status (BMI/Age). Consumption of fruits, vegetables, total calories, macro and micronutrients (calcium, iron, zinc, omega 3 and omega 6), and Body Mass Index (BMI) were assessed. The regression models were adjusted for covariates (prevalence ratio - PR, α =  0.05).

Results

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SUBMITTER: Soares RCS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11513654 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature