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Evolução da ingestão de energia e nutrientes de adolescentes de escolas públicas de Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, Brasil, 2003-2008
Changes in energy and nutrient intake among public school adolescents in Niterói, Brazil, from 2003 to 2008
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Abstract
The prevalence of excess weight among adolescents increased from 17% in 2003 to 22% in 2008.
- Boys reduced their intake of saturated fats and vitamin A over the study period.
- Girls increased their intake of energy, carbohydrates, and calcium while reducing protein and iron.
- Both genders decreased their consumption of vitamin E and lipids and increased sodium intake.
- Adolescents with excess weight showed a rise in calcium intake alongside a decrease in saturated fat and vitamin A.
- Overall, the nutritional quality of the adolescents' diet declined from 2003 to 2008.
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