Free Sugars and Total Fat Are Important Characteristics of a Dietary Pattern Associated with Adiposity across Childhood and Adolescence [Nutritional Epidemiology]

Conclusions: An energy-dense DP high in %E from total fat and free sugars is associated with greater adiposity in childhood and adolescence. This appears to confirm the role of both fat and sugar and provides a basis for food-based dietary guidelines to prevent obesity in children.

Source: Journal of Nutrition - March 31, 2016 Category: Nutrition Authors: Ambrosini, G. L., Johns, D. J., Northstone, K., Emmett, P. M., Jebb, S. A. Tags: Nutritional Epidemiology Source Type: research