High Protein Intake Among Preschoolers in Childcare in a Region at Elevated Risk for Obesity

Conclusions for PracticeAssessing regional diet while planning health outreach is important. Among children in childcare in this community, high protein intake may contribute to weight disparity. Workshops with childcare center staff to address center policies, environments, and parent outreach could address replacing some high-protein foods with other nutrient-rich foods.
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - Category: Health Management Source Type: research