The nutritional status and nutritional behavior of children attending music school

Abstract

żywieniowe Summary: The aim of the study is to determine the level of physical development, nutritional status and physical activity of school-age children who due to the obligations arising from participation in music school classes have limited free time. Material and methods: The material consists of anthropometric measurements and body composition measurements of children aged 11-13 who are students of the music school and their peers attending primary school only. Nutrition indicators were determined and a ques - tionnaire was conducted on the nutrition and physical activity of children. The material was prepared with the use of descriptive statistics methods and using a t-test. Results: The massive body structure and significant body fatness of the students of the mu - sic school were shown. Children eat meals irregularly with an improperly balanced menu and do not participate in extracurricular sports activities. Conclusions: High body fat in music school children can be associated with improper nutri - tion and limited physical activity.