Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Children with autism at significant risk for feeding problems and nutritional deficits

A comprehensive analysis of feeding behavior in children with autism spectrum disorders indicates these children are five times more likely to have a feeding problem, including extreme tantrums during meals, severe food selectivity and ritualistic mealtime behaviors. Examination of dietary nutrients showed significantly lower intake of calcium and protein and a higher number of nutritional deficits overall among children with autism.![](http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/sciencedaily/health_medicine/obesity/~4/dkPpQ_QTQsI)

URL: http://feeds.sciencedaily.com/~r/sciencedaily/health_medicine/obesity/~3/dkPpQ_QTQsI/130204184625.htm

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