- Genetic predisposition may influence diets in children.
- Higher carbohydrate preference linked to increased fast food intake.
- Study followed 516 children from ages 3 to 17.
- Each SD increase in carbohydrate score raised fast food likelihood by 13%.
- Sugar-sweetened beverage intake increased 15% with higher carb preference.
- No significant links to BMI or insulin resistance at age 17.
- Study highlights genetics' role in early dietary choices.
Source: diabetes
