Trends in Fruit Intake Among Danish Schoolchildren (1988-2006)
Author Information
Author(s): Mette Rasmussen, Rikke Krølner, Chalida Mae Svastisalee, Pernille Due, Bjørn Evald Holstein
Primary Institution: University of Copenhagen
Hypothesis
What are the secular trends in fruit intake among Danish schoolchildren from 1988 to 2006?
Conclusion
Fruit consumption among Danish schoolchildren decreased from 1988 to 2002, but increased again from 2002 to 2006.
Supporting Evidence
- Significant decrease in fruit intake was observed from 1988 to 2002.
- An increase in fruit intake was noted between 2002 and 2006.
- Girls generally had a higher prevalence of daily fruit intake than boys.
- Methodological changes may have influenced the observed trends.
- National campaigns were initiated in 2001 to improve fruit and vegetable consumption.
Takeaway
Kids in Denmark used to eat less fruit, but after some campaigns, they started eating more again.
Methodology
Data were collected from six national surveys using a food frequency questionnaire among students aged 11, 13, and 15.
Potential Biases
Potential biases due to changes in questionnaire wording and response categories.
Limitations
Changes in measurement methods over time may affect the comparability of data.
Participant Demographics
Danish schoolchildren aged 11, 13, and 15, with a total sample size of 23,871.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.0001
Statistical Significance
p<0.0001
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