The development of meat-eating habits during childhood in Australia

Authors: Laing D.G.; Oram N.; Burgess J.; Ram P.R.; Moore G.; Rose G.; Hutchinson I.; Skurray G.R.

Source: International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition, Volume 50, Number 1, 1 January 1999 , pp. 29-37(9)

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Abstract:

The development of meat-eating habits of 999 Australian children between 1 and 16 years of age stratified across socioeconomic groups, was determined using a 4-day diary and measurement procedures to document intake. The results indicated that a stable pattern of meat-eating behaviour, as regards the frequency and type of meat eaten was established during the period 1-4 years of age and remained until 10-12 years for males and until at least 14-16 years for females. In contrast, the amount of meat consumed increased with age, the greatest increases occurring with adolescent males who ate the largest amounts of beef, chicken and pork. It is suggested that the early establishment of meat-eating habits may reflect a more general effect that may occur with other types of food.

Language: English

Document Type: Research article

Publication date: 1999-01-01

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