Clusters of lifestyle behaviours and their associations with socio-demographic characteristics in Dutch toddlers

Abstract Purpose This study aimed to identify clusters of lifestyle behaviours in toddlers and assess associations with socio-demographic characteristics. Methods We used data from the Dutch National Food Consumption Survey 2012–2016 and included 646 children aged 1–3 years. Based on 24-h dietary recalls and a questionnaire, a two-step cluster analysis was conducted to identify clusters in the intake of fruit, vegetables, sugar-sweetened beverages and unhealthy snacks, physical activity and screen time. Logistic regression models assessed associations between socio-demographic characteristics... Mehr ...