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Eggs to improve choline intakes in young Australian children: providing the evidence

Choline is an essential nutrient required in large amounts during periods of rapid growth, such as pregnancy and the first two years of life. Insufficient choline intake during pregnancy and early life are associated with a lower IQ in the child. In the 2011/13 Australian National Nutrition Survey (ANNS), choline intakes were much lower than recommended by the NHMRC. Unfortunately, the ANNS included no children under two years. With funding from Australian Eggs, The Research Organisation recently showed that only 40% of pregnant Australian women had choline intakes above the NHMRC recommendations (>440 mg/d). Unfortunately, we still lack critical information on the choline intake of children under two years in Australia. In this project, The Research Organisation will identify critical choline sources, such as eggs, and the best way to improve population intakes. The Research Organisation will also provide vital information on the percentage of young children meeting NHMRC recommendations for choline intake.

Project date

1 Jul 2023-30 Jun 2024
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Principal investigator

Najma Moumin

Research organisation

South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI)

Project funded by

Eggs

Australian Eggs

Australian Eggs is a member owned not-for-profit company providing marketing and research & development (R&D) services for the benefit of …
  • Location

    Australia

  • Organisation type

    Research funding body

Focus areas

Industries

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