The snacking prevalence, frequency of daily snack consumption, and the contribution of
snacks to daily energy intake have substantially increased globally. The aim of this study …

Background: Previous studies have indicated that snacking is contributing to increased
calories in the American diet, and that the contribution of snacks to energy intake has …

Snacks are a staple of the American diet, contributing to approximately 20% of energy
intake. Most US adults consume one to three snacks/day, yet few reviews have focused on …

Background There are limited data on the evolution of eating habits, including snacking, in
Australia. This study aimed to understand snacking trends among Australian children over …

This study built on limited knowledge about patterns and trends of adult snacking in the US.
We selected adults aged 19 y and older (n= 44,754) between 1977–1978 and 2003–2006 …

The high prevalence of overweight and obesity among the US population (1) has led
researchers to evaluate possible associations between specific dietary patterns and weight …

Background The location and time of snack consumption may influence the composition,
nutrient content and portion sizes of snacks. In this study, we aimed to determine and …

This study investigates the dynamic shifts in snacking behaviors and patterns in China.
Using four waves (1991, 2004, 2006, and 2009) from the China Health and Nutrition Survey …

Background Snacking raises concern since it may lead to an additional energy intake and
poor nutrient quality. A snacking occasion can be defined as any eating occasion apart from …

Snacking is common in children and influenced by many factors. The aim of this study is to
provide insight of both common and country-specific characteristics of snacking among 4–13 …