Friesland Campina (Thailand) Public Company Limited together with the Institute of Nutrition Mahidol University revealed the results of the survey of nutrition status in “Thai children” An in-depth look from the SEANUTS II project points out “Thai children” There are still health issues of concern, including being overweight and obese. It is found in children aged 7-12 years. More than 30% of children under 1 year experience anemia as high as 50%. Unbalanced food intake and daily energy-nutrient intake. Along with noting the behavioral change due to the epidemic situation. Covid19
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chalat Santivarangkana, Director of the Institute of Nutrition Mahidol University said that food security and good nutrition Therefore, we recognize the importance of conducting surveys under the SEANUTS (South East Asian Nutrition Surveys) project to gain insights. which is a factor affecting the nutritional status of children in the ASEAN region including the nutritional status of “Thai children” whether consume food or behavior-life of children related to health
by the Institute of Nutrition Mahidol University It has been carried out in collaboration with the Friesland Campina Research Institute. The last time was in the year 2019 – 2021 in the past, there was an epidemic situation. Covid19 as an additional factor of interest
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nipa Rojrungwasinkul Advisor to the Institute of Nutrition Mahidol University And the head of the SEANUTS II project in Thailand revealed that child malnutrition remains a major problem in many countries around the world. including Thailand This reflects the quality of food and nutrition for children that still need to be improved. “Thai children” Age 6 months-12 years in both urban and remote areas still face a wide range of malnutrition whether malnutrition or have a rate of overweight and obesity Especially in children aged 7-12 years with more than + 30%, which is a risk factor for chronic non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular disease. diabetes etc., and it was also found that more than 70% of children aged 6 months-12 years received less than the recommended daily intake of calcium.
In addition, the survey found that anemia among children under 4 years of age in Thailand is as high as 40%, which is more than other countries in the survey group. The condition may affect intellectual development. The growth of the body and the performance of the immune system. While early signs of malnutrition, such as short stature, in children aged 0-5, are down from 10.6% in the past 10 years, but now around 4.6%, and the lowest when Compared to the countries that participated in the survey.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nipa extended the behavior related to nutrition and health of children that The research team has surveyed the behavior of eating breakfast. It’s a good sign that most Thai children consume breakfast and more than 55% eat eggs regularly. with greater than or equal to 4 eggs / week, while 88.1% drank more than 4 glasses of milk / week, and when surveying the quality of nutrients found that children who received enough calories in breakfast There is a proportion of malnutrition. Both in the macronutrient group and in the group of essential micronutrients such as protein, iron, zinc, vitamins A, C, D, B1, B2, B3 and B12 were reduced (less deficient) when compared to the cal group. rye from a low breakfast Consequently, consuming enough breakfast will affect your nutritional intake throughout the day.
Compared to the past, it was also found that the consumption of processed foods sweet drink And the snacks haven’t changed much. But what has changed significantly is that outdoor physical activity declined by 32% during the COVID-19 epidemic, with an overall 39% drop in outdoor activity among children aged 10-12. lower body Against the increasing use of electronic devices This may affect the overall health of the child. or lead to vitamin D deficiency
Dr. Oran Chowwiwattana, Director of Corporate Relations, Friesland Campina (Thailand) Public Company Limited, said that the results of the SEANUTS II survey had several interesting parts. Even the overall situation Both in the consumption of breakfast or malnutrition, lacking characteristics (Stunting) Thailand will be at a better level than other countries in ASEAN. But there are still many areas that we can improve, such as insufficient intake of calcium, despite the fact that “Thai children” drink milk regularly As we know that The recommended milk intake for children is 2-3 cups/day, so even if your child drinks more than 4 cups/week, this may not be enough. And this also forces manufacturers to look back on the quality and nutrients of ready-to-drink milk. When milk is the main food that children eat.
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