Food and nutrient intake of while, pregnant adolescents

Jd, Skinner; Br, Carruth; J, Pope; Varner, Lisa Marie; Goldberg, Dena

doi:10.1016/s0002-8223(21)00779-3

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“…Each of the studies that measured vitamin E (Endres et al 1985; Dunn et al 1994; Giddens et al 2000; Pobocik et al 2003) and dietary fibre (Dunn et al 1994; Giddens et al 2000) recorded mean intakes that were below the DRI. Mean magnesium intakes were below the EAR in four of the five studies included in the review (Skinner et al 1992; Gutierrez, 1999; Giddens et al 2000; Pobocik et al 2003).…”

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confidence: 98%

“…In some studies socio-economic status was implied, whether it was a mix of low and high socio-economic groups (Loris et al 1985) or predominantly a low socio-economic group (Carruth & Skinner, 1991; Giddens et al 2000; Pobocik et al 2003). Two studies provided more detailed information, indicating that their sample consisted of low socio-economic group participants (Endres et al 1985, Skinner et al 1992). Two of the studies related to very specific populations, i.e.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The measures utilised to ensure the validity of the data collection methods were diverse and often inadequate. Only three studies specified whether the data collector was trained and/or appropriately qualified (Endres et al 1985; Skinner et al 1992; Giddens et al 2000), two trained their participants in the data collection method used (Skinner et al 1992; Giddens et al 2000) and five used models, photographs and/or household measures to aid the estimation of portion sizes (Loris et al 1985; Skinner et al 1992; Job & Capra, 1995; Giddens et al 2000; Pobocik et al 2003). Although some did not specify clearly, it appeared that no studies included the contribution of supplemental vitamins or minerals in their nutrient calculations.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Although some did not specify clearly, it appeared that no studies included the contribution of supplemental vitamins or minerals in their nutrient calculations. Five studies conducted both weekday and weekend assessment of dietary intake (Carruth & Skinner, 1991; Skinner et al 1992; Job & Capra, 1995; Gutierrez, 1999; Giddens et al 2000) and two carried out measurements during different seasons (Job & Capra, 1995; Giddens et al 2000). Only one study collected data regarding the nutritional status of pregnant adolescents.…”

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confidence: 99%

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A systematic review of dietary assessments of pregnant adolescents in industrialised countries

Morán

2007

Br J Nutr

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Adolescent pregnancy is a major public health challenge for many industrialised countries and is associated with significant medical, nutritional, social and economic risk for mothers and their infants. Despite this, relatively little is known about the nutrient intakes of adolescents during pregnancy. The aim of this study is to review the current evidence relating to the dietary assessment of pregnant adolescents living in industrialised countries. Nine papers were identified that fulfilled the inclusion criteria, seven of which were conducted in the USA. Mean nutrient intakes were compared with the most recent US dietary reference intakes (DRI) for pregnant adolescents. Despite the poor quality of the majority of studies, there appeared to be some consensus to suggest that the nutrient intakes of pregnant adolescents were below the DRI for energy, iron, folate, calcium, vitamin E and magnesium, nutrients which are recognised to be vital for fetal growth and development during pregnancy. Modest differences were observed in nutrient intake between trimesters and age groups. Current research is limited by sampling and measurement bias, and research is urgently required to address these limitations. Further consideration should also be made of the influence of age and of role of socio-economic support on pregnant adolescents' nutrient intake. The achievement of improved nutrition in pregnancy among adolescents requires multidisciplinary collaborations of adolescent health care providers, academics, professional organisations, policy makers, industry and service users. Only once this is achieved can adolescent nutrition, and adolescent nutrition in pregnancy, be significantly and sustainably optimised.

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