What is a 24-hour recall?
The 24-hour recall is the most commonly used method of obtaining information about a childs intake and is useful as a screening tool. Parents/caregivers are asked to describe the types and amounts of food eaten by the child in the previous 24 hour period. This may not represent a typical days intake, and thus, the recall may not accurately describe a childs nutrient intake. Food models are useful for estimating portion sizes, but errors are common. Also, parents tend to forget about (or be unaware of) foods eaten between meals. The 24 hour recall is helpful during clinic follow-up to measure adherence to dietary recommendations. What are 3- and 7-day food records? This method requires parents/caregivers to record all foods offered to and eaten by their child in a 3 or 7 day period. To provide accurate intake information, foods should be weighed or measured and methods of food preparation (e.g., baked, sauted, steamed) described. Food models are helpful in conveying portion sizes to par
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