Proposition of an Energy Intake Estimating Scale through Item Response Theory.
Victor Nogueira da Cruz SilveiraAna Karina Teixeira da Cunha FrançaCleber Lopes CampeloPatrícia Maria Abreu MachadoAlcione Miranda Dos SantosPublished in: Nutrients (2023)
The proposed Energy Consumption Estimation Scale demonstrates a reliable measurement of energy intake and serves as a practical and concise alternative for assessing energy consumption among adolescents. These findings suggest the potential for adapting similar models for different age groups and incorporating diverse food items based on the obtained results.