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Effect of Socioeconomic Status of Parents on Nutrition Habits Among Children: Türki̇ye Child Survey Application

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  • Merve Çeli̇k Keçi̇li̇

    (Department of Economics-Anadolu University)

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This study investigates the impact of parental socioeconomic status on the eating habits of children in Türkiye, utilizing data from the 2022 Türkiye Child Survey, which includes responses from 11,802 children aged 0–17. The binary logistic regression analysis examines how factors such as parental education, income, and employment status influence children’s consumption of fruits, vegetables, meats, sweets, snacks, and soft drinks. Findings indicate that higher parental education and income levels are significantly associated with healthier eating habits among children, such as increased fruit, vegetable, and meat consumption. Conversely, lower socioeconomic status correlates with higher consumption of unhealthy foods like sweets, snacks, and soft drinks. The study emphasizes the critical role of parental influence in shaping children’s dietary behaviours and suggests policy interventions to promote nutritional education and support healthy eating habits, particularly among lower-income families. By addressing these disparities, the study aims to contribute to public health efforts and the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals related to child nutrition and well-being.

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  • Merve Çeli̇k Keçi̇li̇, 2025. "Effect of Socioeconomic Status of Parents on Nutrition Habits Among Children: Türki̇ye Child Survey Application," Child Indicators Research, Springer;The International Society of Child Indicators (ISCI), vol. 18(2), pages 719-734, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:chinre:v:18:y:2025:i:2:d:10.1007_s12187-024-10210-w
    DOI: 10.1007/s12187-024-10210-w
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