The Frequency and Context of Snacking among Children: An Objective Analysis Using Wearable Cameras

The Frequency and Context of Snacking among Children: An Objective Analysis Using Wearable Cameras

On average, 12-year-old children snack on unhealthy food and beverages five times a day, according to new research from the University of Otago. The average child snacked on confectionary, salty snacks, cookies/cakes and sugary drinks at least once a day. Healthier snacks, such as fruit, were consumed occasionally, although, for every healthy snack consumed, children ate 2.5 unhealthy snacks.