The relationship of family structure and interaction to nutrition

A child's eating patterns and nutritional intake are directly related to family structure. Several studies suggest that in families that are viewed as stable, with both a father and mother, children have improved eating habits, and develop both physically and emotionally at a more rapid rate. E...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of the American Dietetic Association 1979-01, Vol.74 (1), p.23-27
Hauptverfasser: Hertzler, Ann A, Vaughan, C. Edwin
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:A child's eating patterns and nutritional intake are directly related to family structure. Several studies suggest that in families that are viewed as stable, with both a father and mother, children have improved eating habits, and develop both physically and emotionally at a more rapid rate. Emotional support and encouragement from within the family unit helps children maintain their own diets as they reach adolescence. In families where the father plays at least some role in nutrition and meal supervision, children have improved habits. Also, when children are allowed to participate in shopping, menu planning, and food preparation, they take a greater interest in diet and nutrition
ISSN:0002-8223
1878-3570