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Table 1 Grain cluster pattern based on percentage of calories from grains in children and adolescents 2–18 years-old of age using data from NHANES 2005–2010

From: Several grain dietary patterns are associated with better diet quality and improved shortfall nutrient intakes in US children and adolescents: a study focusing on the 2015–2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans

Cluster Number

Grain Foods Pattern

Description

0

No Grains

4.0% of the population

1

Cakes, Cookies and Pies

(5.1% of the population) with approximately 92% of grains coming from this grain group)

2

Yeast Breads and Rolls

(33.8% of the population) with over 68% of grains coming from this grain group;

3

Cereals

(4.0% of the population) with over 95% of grains coming from this grain group;

4

Pasta, Cooked Cereals and Rice

(4.9% of the population) with over 67% of grains coming from this grain group;

5

Crackers and Salty Snacks

(26.1% of the population) with over 53% of grains coming from this grain group;

6

Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast and Other Grains

(9.4% of the population) with over 51% of grains coming from this grain group and approximately 23% of grains coming from yeast bread and rolls.

7

Quick Breads

(12.8% of the population) with approximately 57% of grains coming from this group.