{"title":"Interaction between time-restricted eating and high-intensity interval training on cardiometabolic outcomes in women with overweight or obesity: a 2 × 2 factorial randomised controlled trial.","authors":"Tran Quang Duc, Khanh Nguyen Di, Pham Nguyen Quy","doi":"10.1017/S0007114526108484","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1017/S0007114526108484","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Time-restricted eating (TRE) and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) are promising strategies for improving cardiometabolic health in women with overweight or obesity, but whether they interact synergistically remains unclear. We evaluated their independent and combined effects on cardiometabolic outcomes. This prespecified secondary analysis of a 2 × 2 factorial randomised controlled trial assigned 131 women with overweight or obesity (median BMI 30·7 kg/m<sup>2</sup>; age 18-45 years) to TRE, HIIT, TRE + HIIT or control for 7 weeks. TRE limited daily intake to a ≤10-hour eating window; HIIT comprised three supervised treadmill sessions weekly. The primary analysis followed the intention-to-treat principle after multiple imputation; linear mixed-effects models estimated TRE and HIIT main effects and their interaction, with Holm-Bonferroni-adjusted interaction <i>p</i>-values; per-protocol sensitivity analyses excluded dropouts. No significant TRE × HIIT interaction was detected. In intention-to-treat main-effect analyses, TRE reduced body weight (-3·36 kg, <i>p</i> = 0·008), fat mass (-1·53 kg, <i>p</i> = 0·025) and visceral fat area (-12·82 cm<sup>2</sup>, <i>p</i> < 0·001), but also reduced muscle mass (-0·80 kg, <i>p</i> = 0·020) and modestly lowered HDL-C. HIIT main effects were minimal in the intention-to-treat analysis, while per-protocol sensitivity analyses suggested reductions in BMI, fat mass, total cholesterol, LDL-C and HbA1c, although these findings are more susceptible to attrition bias. Within the constraints of limited power and short duration, no interaction between TRE and HIIT was detected. TRE-related adiposity benefits should therefore be weighed against concurrent reductions in muscle mass and changes in lipid profiles. Larger, adequately powered, longer-term trials are needed to confirm these findings and clarify their clinical relevance.Trial registration: NCT04019860.</p>","PeriodicalId":9257,"journal":{"name":"British Journal of Nutrition","volume":" ","pages":"1-10"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149036574","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Xiao-Chun Cheng, Xi-Rui Li, Bai-Qing Peng, Li-Yuan Mu, Xiu-Quan Qu, Pu Qiu, Dong-Li Liu, Xiao-Qiang Zhang, Yu-Xuan Huang, Ling-Quan Kong
{"title":"Association between total calcium intake and depressive symptoms in cancer survivors based on the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2007-2018: a cross-sectional study.","authors":"Xiao-Chun Cheng, Xi-Rui Li, Bai-Qing Peng, Li-Yuan Mu, Xiu-Quan Qu, Pu Qiu, Dong-Li Liu, Xiao-Qiang Zhang, Yu-Xuan Huang, Ling-Quan Kong","doi":"10.1017/S0007114526108186","DOIUrl":"10.1017/S0007114526108186","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Though previous studies have explored the relationship between Ca intake and depressive symptoms, epidemiological evidence on cancer survivors remains limited. This study aimed to investigate the association between estimated total Ca intake and depressive symptoms among cancer survivors in the USA. This study analysed data from 2204 cancer survivors in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2007-2018. Participants with the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) scores ≥5 were defined as having depressive symptoms. Total Ca intake was defined as the sum of dietary Ca and Ca supplements, estimated through the first 24-h dietary recall, and was grouped into four ranges [Q1 (≤606·5 mg/day), Q2 (606·5-962·5 mg/day), Q3 (962·5-1476·0 mg/day) and Q4 (>1476·0 mg/day)] according to quartiles. Logistic regression and restricted cubic spline (RCS) were used to assess the relationship. In this study, 25·6 % of participants showed depressive symptoms, with moderate to severe depressive symptoms accounting for 9·7 % among all participants. After adjusting for all relevant confounding variables, compared with Q1, the odds of depressive symptoms in Q3 and Q4 were 40 % lower (OR:0·60, 95 % CI: 0·40,0·89) and 44 % lower (OR: 0·56, 95 % CI: 0·35,0·89), respectively (<i>P</i><sub>for trend</sub> = 0·003). RCS further depicted the negative association between total Ca intake and depressive symptoms. Higher estimated total Ca intake was associated with lower odds of depressive symptoms among US adult cancer survivors. However, total Ca intake was estimated using a single 24-h dietary recall, which may not capture usual long-term intake. Prospective studies using repeated dietary assessments and clinically validated mental health outcomes are needed to confirm these findings.</p>","PeriodicalId":9257,"journal":{"name":"British Journal of Nutrition","volume":" ","pages":"1-11"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149036557","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Household food insecurity, dietary intake and anaemia among pregnant women in Lilongwe, Malawi: a mixed-methods cross-sectional study with mediation analysis.","authors":"William Munthali, Ying Zhang, Qian Lin, Lina Yang","doi":"10.1017/S0007114526108320","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1017/S0007114526108320","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Anaemia during pregnancy is a public health concern, yet the relationship between household food insecurity, dietary intake and anaemia among pregnant women remains underexplored. This cross-sectional study investigated these associations in 612 second-trimester pregnant women attending antenatal care in Lilongwe, Malawi. Household food insecurity was assessed using the Household Food Insecurity Access Scale (HFIAS), dietary intake via the Semi-quantitative Food Frequency Questionnaire (SQ-FFQ) and anaemia defined as Hb <10·5 g/dL. Results showed that 21·24 % were anaemic, and 69·93 % resided in food-insecure households. Severe food insecurity (adjusted OR (a-OR): 2·58, 95 % CI 1·41-4·71), insufficient intake of energy (a-OR: 1·73, 95 % CI 1·13, 2·66), Fe (a-OR: 1·98, 95 % CI 1·21, 3·24) and vitamin C (a-OR: 1·71, 95 % CI 1·12, 2·59) were significantly associated with a higher likelihood of anaemia, whereas those with a Minimum Dietary Diversity for Women (MDD-W) had a substantially reduced risk compared with those with low dietary diversity (LDD) (a-OR: 0·19, 95 % CI 0·06, 0·61). Dietary diversity partially mediated the association between household food insecurity and anaemia among pregnant women. Findings underscore the need to promote food security, dietary diversity and nutrient intake through targeted health education and staff training. These strategies could reduce anaemia prevalence and improve maternal health outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":9257,"journal":{"name":"British Journal of Nutrition","volume":" ","pages":"1-11"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-09-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149029766","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Relationship between dietary flavanone intake and kidney stones in US adults: insight from NHANES.","authors":"Haowen Liang, Hengxin Chen, Ying Wei","doi":"10.1017/S0007114526107326","DOIUrl":"10.1017/S0007114526107326","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Flavanones represent a significant subgroup of flavonoids and offer various advantages for the human body, such as aiding in metabolic regulation and providing antioxidant properties. The objective of this research was to investigate the relationship between dietary flavanones and the prevalence of kidney stones among adults in the USA. Flavanones, including eriodictyol, hesperetin and naringenin, were sourced from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) conducted between 2007-2010 and 2017-2018, utilising two 24-h dietary recall interviews. The definition of kidney stones was established through a self-administered questionnaire. To evaluate the relationships between dietary flavanones and kidney stones, a variety of statistical methods were utilised, such as multivariable regression analysis, restricted cubic splines (RCS) and subgroup analysis. Data from 9790 participants were included in this analysis, with 9·67 % of them indicating that they had experienced kidney stones. After adjusting for potential confounding factors, it was found that kidney stones exhibited a negative correlation with total flavanones and naringenin, with OR of 0·96 (95 % CI 0·93, 1·00) and 0·89 (95 % CI 0·80, 0·99) for the highest intake group compared with the lowest intake group. The RCS plot revealed a notable negative linear association between the consumption levels of total dietary flavanones and the risk of kidney stones, including naringenin. The results of the subgroup analysis indicated that no significant interactions were observed in each subgroup. Our research indicated that a higher intake of flavanones correlates with a lowered prevalence of kidney stones in adults.</p>","PeriodicalId":9257,"journal":{"name":"British Journal of Nutrition","volume":" ","pages":"613-623"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147811424","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Mild ketosis, metabolic syndrome and genetic-lifestyle interactions in the UK Biobank.","authors":"Sunmin Park, Jaewon Choi","doi":"10.1017/S0007114526107260","DOIUrl":"10.1017/S0007114526107260","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The relationship between mild ketosis and metabolic syndrome (MetS) remains unclear. We aimed to investigate the association between serum ketone levels and MetS and to examine how genetic and lifestyle factors influence this relationship. We conducted a cross-sectional observational study using data from the UK Biobank, comprising 269 178 participants. Participants were categorised into low and high serum ketone groups based on <i>β</i>-hydroxybutyrate levels (cut-off: 0·12 mM). Dietary patterns were assessed using validated questionnaires, and a polygenic risk score (PRS) was generated to examine genetic influences on ketone metabolism. Individuals with higher ketone levels showed significantly lower MetS prevalence, with reduced BMI, waist circumference, TAG and glucose levels, alongside higher HDL-cholesterol. These individuals also exhibited distinct dietary patterns, characterised by lower carbohydrate (CHO) and higher fat intake, as well as increased physical activity. The PRS was inversely associated with MetS risk, particularly for abdominal obesity, TAG and HDL-cholesterol components. Notably, PRS modified the relationship between plant-based diet and ketone levels, with stronger positive associations observed in individuals with higher PRS. However, a high CHO diet showed weaker associations with PRS. In conclusion, genetic predisposition influenced ketone metabolism and its protective association with MetS risk. The interaction between genetic predisposition and lifestyle factors has crucial clinical implications for developing personalised dietary and lifestyle interventions. This research provides evidence for individualised approaches to optimise metabolic health through targeted ketone metabolism modulation, which could inform precision medicine strategies for MetS prevention and management.</p>","PeriodicalId":9257,"journal":{"name":"British Journal of Nutrition","volume":" ","pages":"592-606"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147763236","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Duong Thi Phuong, Le Thi Huong, Le Thi Thanh Xuan, Do Nam Khanh, Pham Thi Quan, Nguyen Thi Huong Giang, Bui Hong Ngoc, Nguyen Thi Thu Lieu, Do Duc Huy, Le Minh Giang
{"title":"Overweight and obesity among Vietnamese university students: prevalence and associated factors.","authors":"Duong Thi Phuong, Le Thi Huong, Le Thi Thanh Xuan, Do Nam Khanh, Pham Thi Quan, Nguyen Thi Huong Giang, Bui Hong Ngoc, Nguyen Thi Thu Lieu, Do Duc Huy, Le Minh Giang","doi":"10.1017/S000711452610734X","DOIUrl":"10.1017/S000711452610734X","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Overweight and obesity are emerging public health challenges among young adults in Vietnam, particularly within university settings where lifestyle transitions frequently occur. Objectives: To determine the prevalence of overweight and obesity among university students in Vietnam and identify associated socio-demographic and behavioural factors. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 2000 students from ten universities across Northern, Central and Southern Vietnam. Anthropometric measurements were collected using standardised procedures. Overweight and obesity were diagnosed according to the WHO recommendations for Asian populations, with a cut-off of BMI ≥ 23 kg/m<sup>2</sup>. Multivariable logistic regression was performed to examine factors independently associated with overweight and obesity. Results: Among 2000 students, 25·5 % were overweight or obese (12·3 % overweight and 13·2 % obese), with prevalence significantly higher in males than females (35·1 % <i>v</i>. 17·5 %, <i>P</i> < 0·001). Regional differences were observed, with underweight more common in Central Vietnam and overweight and obesity most prevalent in the South, <i>P</i> < 0·05. Multivariable analysis showed significant associations between overweight or obesity and male sex (OR = 2·8), ethnic minority status (OR = 1·7), Southern residence (OR = 1·9), high waist:hip ratio (OR = 4·2) and being married (OR = 3·2). Prolonged weight loss dieting was positively associated (OR = 2·9), while sleeping 8-10 h per day was associated with lower odds (OR = 0·6). Conclusion: Overweight and obesity affect approximately one in four university students in Vietnam. Targeted prevention and long-term weight management strategies are needed for young adults in academic settings.</p>","PeriodicalId":9257,"journal":{"name":"British Journal of Nutrition","volume":" ","pages":"640-648"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147833514","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Isabel O Aires, Audêncio Victor, Tamiris Ramos-Silva, Francilany Antonia R Martins, Natália Pinheiro-Castro, Liania A Luzia, Patrícia Helen C Rondó
{"title":"The impact of maternal 25(OH)D on fetal growth and adiposity: the Araraquara Cohort Study.","authors":"Isabel O Aires, Audêncio Victor, Tamiris Ramos-Silva, Francilany Antonia R Martins, Natália Pinheiro-Castro, Liania A Luzia, Patrícia Helen C Rondó","doi":"10.1017/S0007114526108289","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1017/S0007114526108289","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The biologically active form of vitamin D (1,25(OH)<sub>2</sub>D) is involved in the regulation of calcium and phosphorus, influencing bone formation and probably fetal growth and development. However, 1,25(OH)<sub>2</sub>D has a very short half-life, and 25(OH)D is the main circulating metabolite, making it the ideal clinical indicator. Given the lack of prospective epidemiological cohort studies exploring the relationship between maternal 25(OH)D and fetal growth and adiposity, the aim of this study was to evaluate the association of maternal 25(OH)D concentrations with fetal biometry and adiposity at three periods of pregnancy. This prospective study included 330 women participating in the Araraquara Cohort Study, Brazil, who were evaluated at gestational ages ≤19, 20-28 and ≥30 weeks. 25(OH)D concentrations were measured by chemiluminescence. The following fetal outcomes were assessed by ultrasound: biometric (estimated fetal weight, femur length, abdominal circumference, head circumference and biparietal diameter) and adiposity parameters (subcutaneous tissue of the abdomen and subcutaneous areas of the thigh and arm). Generalised estimating equation models adjusted for maternal sociodemographic, lifestyle, nutritional, clinical and biochemical factors were used. In the unadjusted analysis, 25(OH)D ≥ 75 nmol/l was associated with higher fetal biometry and adiposity measures. After adjusting for potential confounders, for each increase of 10 nmol/l in 25(OH)D, there was a 0·0046 cm increase in fetal head circumference (<i>β</i> = 0·0046 [95 % CI 0·0003, 0·0089]; <i>p</i> = 0·04). Maternal 25(OH)D was associated with greater head circumference, suggesting a possible role of 25(OH)D in fetal cranial development and reinforcing the importance of implementing prenatal monitoring of 25(OH)D concentrations.</p>","PeriodicalId":9257,"journal":{"name":"British Journal of Nutrition","volume":" ","pages":"1-9"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148963007","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Levels of adherence, barriers and facilitators to antenatal supplementation of iron-containing supplements in sixty-nine low- and middle-income countries: a secondary analysis of demographic and health surveys data.","authors":"Elisabetta Ferrero, Uttara Partap, Wafaie W Fawzi","doi":"10.1017/S000711452610720X","DOIUrl":"10.1017/S000711452610720X","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Fe-deficiency anaemia is common during pregnancy and can lead to serious health consequences for mothers and babies. Antenatal Fe supplementation is associated with lower anaemia prevalence and improved pregnancy outcomes, and the WHO recommends daily oral Fe (30-60 mg) with folic acid (0·4 mg) during pregnancy. However, data on uptake and adherence in many low- and middle-income countries remain fragmented and outdated. We conducted a secondary analysis of Demographic and Health Surveys from sixty-nine low- and middle-income countries to assess uptake and adherence to Fe-containing supplements and explore associations with socio-demographic characteristics and antenatal care (ANC). Overall, 86 % of respondents reported receiving Fe supplements during pregnancy. Among these women, 46·1 % consumed ninety or more supplements, 23·3 % consumed 120 or more, and only 7·1 % consumed 180 or more. Higher education, wealth, and media access were strongly associated with increased odds of initiating supplementation (OR: 1·32; 95 % CI: 1·25, 1·38; OR: 1·29; 95 % CI: 1·20, 1·38; OR: 1·15; 95 % CI: 1·05, 1·26, respectively) and adhering to the regimen (OR: 1·16; 95 % CI: 1·12, 1·21; OR: 1·21; 95 % CI: 1·13, 1·30; OR: 1·14; 95 % CI: 1·08, 1·20, respectively). Early ANC attendance was also associated with higher supplement consumption. Country-specific ANC guidelines are needed to provide clear guidance on the timing and frequency of ANC attendance and supplementation.</p>","PeriodicalId":9257,"journal":{"name":"British Journal of Nutrition","volume":" ","pages":"523-535"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147763215","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Emily James, Rajiv Das, Rosiered Brownson-Smith, Estelle Rickelton, Stuart Goodall, Simon Nichols, Alasdair F O'Doherty
{"title":"The effectiveness of a targeted education intervention to increase protein intake in people with CHD: a pilot feasibility randomised controlled trial.","authors":"Emily James, Rajiv Das, Rosiered Brownson-Smith, Estelle Rickelton, Stuart Goodall, Simon Nichols, Alasdair F O'Doherty","doi":"10.1017/S0007114526107235","DOIUrl":"10.1017/S0007114526107235","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Low protein intake is prevalent in people with CHD and is inadequately addressed in UK-based cardiac rehabilitation. This pilot feasibility study aimed to identify whether targeted education increases protein intake in patients with CHD and low protein intake, compared with standard cardiac rehabilitation dietary education. People referred to cardiac rehabilitation with CHD (≥ 50 years) underwent anthropometric assessment and completed a food diary, sit-to-stand test and three questionnaires (physical activity, sarcopenia screening and nutrition knowledge). Participants with low protein intake (≤ 1·2 g/kg per d) were randomised to receive either extra protein education (intervention; protein group) or standard education (control; control group), embedded within their usual 6-week cardiac rehabilitation programme. At 6 and 12 weeks, outcome measures were repeated; thirty-four participants provided baseline data. Protein intake was inversely associated with waist circumference (<i>r</i> = -0·348). Twenty-seven participants (79 %) with low protein intake were randomised to the protein group (<i>n</i> 15) or control group (<i>n</i> 12). At week 6, the median (interquartile range) change in protein intake was 0·0 (-0·0-0·3) and 0·4 (0·2-0·5) g/kg per d in the protein group and control group, respectively (effect size 0·5). At week 12, the change in protein intake was 0·0 (-0·0-0·1) and -0·0 (-0·2-0·2) g/kg per d in the protein group and control group, respectively (effect size 0·3). Effect sizes for all other variables were ≤ 0·4. The intervention appeared well-received by those who completed the study; however, changes to primary and secondary outcomes were minimal. Uptake of the study was low, and attrition was high, limiting the interpretation of efficacy and the implementation of a definitive trial.</p>","PeriodicalId":9257,"journal":{"name":"British Journal of Nutrition","volume":" ","pages":"544-552"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147762312","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Contribution of meals to energy and nutrient intakes and implication of skipping meals on nutritional status among primary schoolchildren in Malaysia.","authors":"Giin Shang Yeo, Shoo Thien Lee, Jyh Eiin Wong, Ilse Khouw, Nik Shanita Safii, Bee Koon Poh","doi":"10.1017/S0007114526107314","DOIUrl":"10.1017/S0007114526107314","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Understanding children's diet quality is crucial for developing effective interventions to address dietary-related issues. Thus, this study examines the distribution of energy and nutrient intakes across meals and snacks among primary schoolchildren aged 6·0-12·9 years in Peninsular Malaysia and the implications of meal skipping on their nutritional status. Data from 1102 children in Peninsular Malaysia from the South East Asian Nutrition Surveys (SEANUTS) II were analysed. Children's height, weight and waist circumference were measured. Questionnaires captured sociodemographic information and meal consumption patterns. Nutrient distribution across meals and snacks was assessed through a 1-d 24-h dietary recall approach. Logistic regression analysed the association between meal skipping and nutritional status. Breakfast contributed significantly to essential micronutrients but provided the least energy and macronutrients compared with lunch and dinner. Approximately one-third of daily nutrient intake came from snacking, with contributions ranging from 25 % for cobalamin to 36 % for both Ca and thiamine. Children who skipped main meals had higher odds of being overweight/obese (skipped one type of meal at least once weekly (1·59; 95 % CI (1·08, 2·33)); skipped > 1 type of meal (1·77; 95 % CI (1·12, 2·79)) and abdominal obese (skipped > 1 type of meal (1·91; 95 % CI (1·17, 3·12))). In conclusion, primary schoolchildren in Peninsular Malaysia tended to have higher micronutrient intakes at breakfast and higher energy and macronutrients in subsequent main meals. Meal skipping was linked to elevated body fat. This study underscores the need to prioritise continued education on the importance of healthy dietary habits among children.</p>","PeriodicalId":9257,"journal":{"name":"British Journal of Nutrition","volume":" ","pages":"632-639"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147763152","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}