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Background:

Obesity rates in children has become a growing concern in the Hispanic/Latino community in Nevada. This study examines the availability of sweet snacks in the home and its association with children's dietary behavior.

Methods:

Data was analyzed from a survey of 155 Latina mothers using logistic regression while controlling for income, education, and acculturation. The survey was conducted in Nevada, between October 2022 and March 2024.

Results:

The frequency of keeping sweets in the home was significantly associated with children's consumption of various sweets. For every increase in keeping sweets at home, the odds of children consuming: • Chocolate and other candy increased by 67% (p < 0.01) • Muffins/donuts increased by 40% (p < 0.05) • Cookies, cakes, pies, and other desserts increased by 49% (p < 0.01)

Publisher Location

Las Vegas (Nev.)

Publication Date

Spring 5-2-2025

Publisher

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Controlled Subject

Child health; Obesity in children

Disciplines

Nutrition | Public Health

File Format

pdf

File Size

907 KB

Comments

Mentor: [Christopher Johansen]

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Sweet Snacks Effects on Hispanic/Latino Childhood Obesity


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