One glass of juice a day could be adding to weight gain in kids

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Drinking 100% fruit juice is linked to weight gain in children, according to an analysis of published studies, which included Australian data. The authors found just one serving per day of 100% fruit juice was linked to a body mass index (BMI) gain among children. In adults, the study also found a link, however this link disappeared when they adjusted the data to account for total energy intake, which suggests it is the extra energy or calories found in fruit juice which is producing the effect. The researchers say their findings support recommendations to limit the consumption of fruit juice to prevent the intake of excess calories and weight gain.

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From: JAMA

Consumption of 100% Fruit Juice and Body Weight in Children and Adults
About The Study: This systematic review and meta-analysis of 42 eligible studies, including 17 among children (n = 45,851) and 25 among adults (n = 268,095), found a positive association between intake of 100% fruit juice and weight gain in children. Analysis of cohort studies in adults found a significant positive association among studies unadjusted for total energy, suggesting potential mediation by calories; an analysis of trials in adults found no significant association between 100% fruit juice consumption and body weight. The findings support guidance to limit consumption of fruit juice to prevent the intake of excess calories and weight gain.
Authors: Vasanti S. Malik, M.Sc., Sc.D., of the University of Toronto, is the corresponding author.

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Funder: This study was supported by funding from the Ontario Graduate Scholarship, Peterborough KM Hunter Charitable Foundation Graduate Award, Dalton Whitebread Scholarship Fund, and SMART Healthy Cities Trainee Award (Ms Nguyen).

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