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 …

Objective To study dietary intake and body mass index (BMI) patterns among US adults,
stratified by snacking patterns. Design The 1994–1996 Continuing Survey of Food Intakes …

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 has increased globally, but little is known about how Mexicans
consume foods outside meals. Objective: The aim of this study was to examine the …

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 …

Preventing obesity (OB) among adults is a public health priority. One factor that seems to
contribute to OB, due to the extra energy intake it involves, is the greater consumption of …

Background Snacking behaviors have been linked with higher energy intake and excess
weight. However, results have been inconsistent. In addition, few data are available on the …

Background: An increasing frequency of snacks has been observed in meal pattern studies.
Snacks can alter the diet because of their high-energy density and low-nutrient content or on …

Background Previous studies have indicated that snacking is contributing to increased
calorie intake of American children and that the energy density of snacks in US diets has …

Background: Most adolescents consume≥ 1 snack/d; exploring the relevance of snacking
patterns for overall diet and weight status is important to guide dietary counseling and public …