Sleep Quality and dAGE Intake in Preschool Children

Karabuk University304 enrolled

Overview

The aim was to evaluate the relationship between dietary AGE intake and sleep quality and some nutrient intake of healthy children aged 3-5 years registered in various nurseries in Ankara. The main question that the study aimed to answer is: Does dietary AGE intake affect sleep quality in preschool children? 304 children (140 girls, 164 boys) were included in the study. According to the SDSC scale, 67.5% of the participants were at risk of sleep disorders. The dAGE intake of children at risk of sleep disorders was significantly higher compared to children with normal sleep status.

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Enrollment

304

Conditions

Child Nutrition Disorders

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 3 YearsMax age: 5 YearsHealthy volunteers:

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Inclusion Criteria: Individuals must be between 3-5 years old Individuals must participate in the study voluntarily Individuals must not have cognitive dysfunction They must be able to answer the survey questions Exclusion Criteria: Individuals are not 3-5 years old Individuals do not want to participate in the study voluntarily Individuals have cognitive dysfunction Inability to answer survey questions

Locations (1)

Ankara

Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

sleep quality

To categorize sleep disturbances in children, the psychometric properties were evaluated using the 27-item Likert-type rating scale, the SDSC. The total score is 26 - 130. As the score increases, sleep quality deteriorates.

Time frame: Baseline

dAGE intake

Dietary AGE measurements were calculated based on the database of Uribarri et al. A 24-hour retrospective food consumption record was obtained from the children.

Time frame: Baseline

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