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FIBRE: AN ESSENTIAL NUTRIENT FOR CHILDREN IN HEALTH AND DISEASE - APPLYING RECOMMENDATIONS OF AN EXPERT CONSENSUS

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Dr Julie Lanigan
Bahee Van de Bor

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September 2022 | 6 min

Abstract:

Fibre is an essential nutrient for human health. Despite this, most children, including those with disease-related malnutrition receiving nutrition support, fall short of daily recommended intakes. This article provides a summary of the consensus statements arising from a review that evaluated evidence underpinning current fibre recommendations in children and offers some practical suggestions on how to apply in clinical settings.

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Understand the role of fibre in the gut microbiome and the management of children with gastrointestinal disorders.

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Identify the different roles of fermentable and bulking fibres.

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Highlight recommendations for daily fibre intake among different age groups.

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AUTHOR(S) BIO

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DR JULIE LANIGAN

Paediatric Dietitian and Honorary Associate Professor,
UCL GOSH Institute of Child Health

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BAHEE VAN DE BOR

Freelance Paediatric Dietitian, UK Kids Nutrition

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