Macronutrient intake in preschoolers with cystic fibrosis and the relationship between macronutrients and growth.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Adequate nutrition is essential for growth in children with cystic fibrosis (CF). The new CF Foundation Clinical Practice Guidelines bring attention to monitoring macronutrient intake as well as total energy.

Methods

Dietary intake of 75 preschool children with CF and pancreatic insufficiency was examined and compared to the Clinical Practice Guidelines. Regression analyses examined relationships between macronutrient intake and growth.

Results

Approximately 45% of children met the 110% minimum recommended dietary allowance (RDA) recommendation. Children consumed 35.3% (6.1) of total daily energy intake from fat, 12.7% (1.7) from protein, and 52.0% (6.1) from carbohydrates. Percent energy from protein was associated with height growth.

Conclusions

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SUBMITTER: Filigno SS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5494266 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature