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In the U.K. caution is advised in giving semi-skimmed milk to pre-school children due to concern that low fat intakes may impair energy intake and growth. This study compares energy intake and growth in 120 children aged 2-4 years from Edinburgh, who had been taking either full-fat (4% fat) or semi-skimmed (2% fat) milk during the previous year. Nutrient intakes were assessed by the 7-day weighed method.
Conclusion: use of semi skimmed milk does not impair energy intake or growth in pre-school children from Edinburgh, as energy intake is maintained by a higher intake of carbohydrate.
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Payne, J. 70 SHOULD SEMI-SKIMMED MILK BE RECOMMEND FOR PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN?. Pediatr Res 30, 639 (1991). https://doi.org/10.1203/00006450-199112000-00100
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1203/00006450-199112000-00100