Fast Food Consumption of U.S. Adults: Impact on Energy and Nutrient Intakes and Overweight Status
Journal of the American College of NutritionPublished 1 April 2004
Shanthy Bowman, Bryan T. Vinyard
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A small, but significant, positive association was seen between fast food consumption and overweight status andfast food consumption was associated with a diet high in energy and energy density and low in essential micronutrient density.
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Fast food consumption was associated with a diet high in energy and energy density and low in essential micronutrient density. Frequent fast food consumption may contribute to weight gain.
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