The nutritional content of supermarket beverages: a cross-sectional analysis of New Zealand, Australia, Canada and the UK

Chepulis, Lynne; Mearns, Gael; Hill, Shaunie; Wu, Jason; Crino, Michelle; Alderton, Sarah; Jenner, K.

doi:10.1017/s1368980017004128

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“…As well as soft drinks contributing phosphoric acid and caffeine to the diet, which are associated with poorer bone health [51], emerging evidence from animal studies and a few small human studies suggests that both caloric and noncaloric sweeteners in soft drinks may negatively affect bone [52]. Individuals living in New Zealand have the highest intake of sugar of any OECD country [53], with 39.6% of 15–18-year-old and 27.8% 19–30-year-old women consuming more than three soft/energy drinks each week [19]. New Zealand beverages have also recently been reported to have greater sugar levels per 100 mL than comparable drinks in Australia, Canada, and the UK [53].…”

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Quantitative Ultrasound and Dual X-Ray Absorptiometry as Indicators of Bone Mineral Density in Young Women and Nutritional Factors Affecting It

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Young adulthood is an important stage in the accrual of bone mass. Young women are often unaware of the need, and how to optimize modifiable risk factors, particularly intake of nutrients associated with good bone health. In this study, an accessible way to estimate osteoporosis risk, quantitative ultrasound (QUS), is compared to the gold-standard technique dual X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) in a group of 54 healthy young women (18–26 years) from Manawatu, New Zealand, and the relationship with nutrient intake is investigated. Broadband ultrasound attenuation and speed of sound (BUA, SOS) were assessed by QUS calcaneal scans and bone mineral concentration/density (BMC/BMD) were determined by DXA scans of the lumbar spine and hip (total and femoral neck). Dietary intake of energy, protein, and calcium was estimated using three-day food diaries and questionnaires. DXA mean Z-scores (>−2.0) for the hip (0.19) and spine (0.2) and QUS mean Z-scores (>−1.0) (0.41) were within the expected ranges. DXA (BMD) and QUS (BUA, SOS) measurements were strongly correlated. Median intakes of protein and calcium were 83.7 g/day and 784 mg/day, respectively. Protein intake was adequate and, whilst median calcium intake was higher than national average, it was below the Estimated Average Requirement (EAR). No significant relationship was found between dietary intake of calcium or protein and BMD or BMC. To conclude, QUS may provide a reasonable indicator of osteoporosis risk in young women but may not be an appropriate diagnostic tool. Increased calcium intake is recommended for this group, regardless of BMD.

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Quantitative Ultrasound and Dual X-Ray Absorptiometry as Indicators of Bone Mineral Density in Young Women and Nutritional Factors Affecting It

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“…This lack of behavioural intention raises significant concerns regarding the likelihood that SSB consumers will change their behaviour on their own volition. Past research has demonstrated that the sugar content and serving size of SSBs in countries with industry regulation exceed WHO recommendations ( Chepulis et al, 2018 ). In these countries, the onus falls on individuals to regulate the quantity and serving size of sugar they consume from SSBs.…”

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“…While a number of countries have implemented national taxes on SSBs, for instance, Fiji, Spain, Mexico, France, Tonga, Belgium, Saudi Arabia ( Thow et al, 2018 ), other countries such as New Zealand still rely on industry self-regulation. However, research shows self-regulation is not working: the sugar content and serving size of SSBs in countries adopting self-regulation exceed World Health Organisation (WHO) recommendations and New Zealand had the highest sugar content and availability of SSBs in the countries examined ( Chepulis et al, 2018 ).…”

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Supporting a sugar tax in New Zealand: Sugar sweetened beverage (‘fizzy drink’) consumption as a normal behaviour within the obesogenic environment

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2018

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BackgroundExcessive intake of sugar sweetened beverages (SSBs) is a preventable cause of death. While some countries have implemented a tax on SSBs, other countries, such as New Zealand, rely on industry self-regulation and individual responsibility, such as referring to labels, to control one’s own sugar intake from SSBs. The present study examines whether SSB consumers consciously control their diet and therefore interventions such as better labelling might be effective, or alternatively, whether SSB consumers engage in a general pattern of unhealthy eating, and in which case government regulation would be advisable.AimTo explore self-reported dietary consumption and conscious healthy eating behaviours of New Zealand consumers who had consumed SSBs over a 24 hour period.MethodA cross-sectional survey of a representative sample of 2007 New Zealanders, measuring their food and beverage intake over a 24 hour period and self-reported intentions to eat healthily. Within this was a measurement of SSB consumption in the 24 hour period.ResultsMultivariable logistic regression revealed that compared to non-SSB consumers, SSB consumers were more likely to have eaten the following: confectionery; fast food; pre-prepared food; biscuits, cakes or pastries; takeaways; ice-cream/dessert. SSB consumption was also associated with a lower likelihood of referring to food labels, less conscious effort to eat healthily, and to less likely to avoid: sugar; fat; calories; food additives; pre-prepared food. SSB consumers were also less likely to have eaten breakfast, or made a meal at home made from scratch.ConclusionSSB consumers were more likely than non-SSB consumers to demonstrate a general pattern of unhealthy eating and were less likely to report consciously controlling their diet. The findings raise significant concerns regarding the efficacy of individual and industry self-regulation and lend support to stronger government targeted interventions.

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“…Chepulis et al's paper (1) nevertheless shows that in New Zealand, almost one in two beverages (non-dairy) available in the supermarket do not contain (current author's underlining) any added sugar. We also know that:…”

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Comment on: ‘The nutritional content of supermarket beverages: a cross-sectional analysis of New Zealand, Australia, Canada and the UK’ by Chepulis et al.

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2018

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The nutritional content of supermarket beverages: a cross-sectional analysis of New Zealand, Australia, Canada and the UK

Cited by 14 publications

References 27 publications

Quantitative Ultrasound and Dual X-Ray Absorptiometry as Indicators of Bone Mineral Density in Young Women and Nutritional Factors Affecting It

Quantitative Ultrasound and Dual X-Ray Absorptiometry as Indicators of Bone Mineral Density in Young Women and Nutritional Factors Affecting It

Supporting a sugar tax in New Zealand: Sugar sweetened beverage (‘fizzy drink’) consumption as a normal behaviour within the obesogenic environment

Comment on: ‘The nutritional content of supermarket beverages: a cross-sectional analysis of New Zealand, Australia, Canada and the UK’ by Chepulis et al.

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