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May 2016 PMID 27076575

Confectionery consumption and overweight, obesity, and related outcomes in children and adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Constantine E Gasser, Fiona K Mensah, Melissa Russell, Sophie E Dunn, Melissa Wake

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Participants highlight the surprising nature of the findings, such as mentioning that increased confectionery intake was linked to lower obesity odds, with words like 'counterintuitive' and 'game changer' emphasizing the significance. The tone suggests curiosity and a desire to re-examine common beliefs about sugar consumption and weight gain, showing moderate engagement and interest.

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Most discussions support the idea that confectionery consumption may not be linked to obesity risk, aligning with the publication's findings.

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There is high interest expressed, with participants clearly intrigued by the counterintuitive results and implications for dietary habits.

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Comments include references to the research methodology and implications, indicating moderate to deep engagement with the topic.

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The discussions show recognition of the study's potential influence on nutritional guidelines and perceptions about sweets and weight.

Abstract in brief

  • The systematic review and meta-analysis found that higher consumption of confectionery, including both chocolate and nonchocolate types, was associated with lower odds of being overweight or obese in children and adolescents.
  • In cross-sectional studies, increasing confectionery intake by one serving per week was linked to a 13% decrease in the likelihood of overweight or obesity, but no similar associations were observed in longitudinal studies or randomized controlled trials.
  • The findings suggest that, contrary to common beliefs, confectionery consumption does not contribute to obesity risk in youth, indicating a more complex relationship than simply consuming sweet treats leading to weight gain.]
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④ Gasser CE, et al. Confectionery consumption and overweight, obesity, and related outcomes in children and adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Clin Nutr 2016; 103: 1344-56. https://t.co/ls3mD96gfs

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RT @kurosiroao1: ④ Gasser CE, et al. Confectionery consumption and overweight, obesity, and related outcomes in children and adolescents: a…

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佐々木敏の「行動栄養学」&「データ栄養学」
@dataeiyosusume · X

RT @kurosiroao1: ④ Gasser CE, et al. Confectionery consumption and overweight, obesity, and related outcomes in children and adolescents: a…

Feb 15, 2019 · 2 shares · 8,658 followers View post →
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@sanpo_mikan · X

④ Gasser CE, et al. Confectionery consumption and overweight, obesity, and related outcomes in children and adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Clin Nutr 2016; 103: 1344-56. https://t.co/ls3mD96gfs

Feb 15, 2019 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 339 followers View post →