Article review: Does eating less food improve nutrient intake?
Abstract
This study investigated whether reducing food consumption leads to improved nutritional intake among adults. Using panel data from thousands of participants in the UK Biobank, the analysis found that lowering food quantity does not necessarily result in better nutrient profiles. Energy reduction was often accompanied by decreases in protein, fibre, and micronutrient intake. The findings suggest that improving diet quality requires not only eating less but making more balanced and nutritionally informed food choices.
References
Wilson, L. B., Pryce, R., Moore, E. C., Burke, L., & Breeze, P. (2023). Does cutting down on your food consumption lead to a net improvement in nutritional intake? A panel data approach using data from the UK Biobank. BMC Public Health, 23, 2274. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-023-17217-y
