Energy and Macronutrient Intake Among Children Aged 6−11 Years Old — China, 2016−2017

Abstract

What is already known on this topic? Low level energy and macronutrient intakes and dietary imbalances are still important issues and should be prioritized in children aged 6–11 years old in China. What is added by this report? Among children aged 6–11 years in China in 2016–2017, the average protein intake was 55.2 g/d in urban areas and was higher than the estimated 45.4 g/d in rural areas. The proportions of children whose protein intake were below the estimated average requirement (EAR) were about one-fifth in urban areas, and more than one-third in rural areas, respectively. What are the implications for public health practice? The undernutrition problem had changed into a nutritional imbalance problem among children aged 6–11 years in China. In addition to enriching the food supply and improving the dietary behavior, societies, schools, and families should make joint efforts to develop a feasible and appropriate dietary environment.