RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Vinall, Phil
T1 Controlled Snacking and Peanut Consumption Reduces Caloric Intake in Adolescents
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2014
FD SAGE Publications
VO 14
IS 26
SP 24
OP 26
DO 10.1177/155989771426016
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/14/26/24.abstract
AB The Family Lifestyle and Overweight Prevention Program [FLOW; NCT00454610] reported that Mexican American children who snacked on peanuts at least once a week were less likely to be overweight or obese, had lower body mass indices (BMI), and had lower levels of total blood cholesterol. This article discusses some of the details from the FLOW program, other weight management strategies, as well as the role of snacking in weight control.