Nutrition and Bone Density in Boys with Autism Spectrum Disorder

• Published in: Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Vol. 118; no. 5; pp. 865 - 877
• Main Authors: Neumeyer, Ann M., Cano Sokoloff, Natalia, McDonnell, Erin I., Macklin, Eric A., McDougle, Christopher J., Holmes, Tara M., Hubbard, Jane L., Misra, Madhusmita
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States Elsevier Inc 01.05.2018
• Subjects: Autism spectrum disorder; Bone mineral density; Nutrient intake; Physical activity; Bone mineral density; Nutrient intake; Physical activity; Autism spectrum disorder

Boys with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have lower bone mineral density (BMD) than typically developing controls. Differences in diet and exercise may contribute to low BMD. Our aim was to examine macro- and micronutrient intakes and self-reported physical activity in boys with ASD compared to TDC...