Those are important meals that provide nutrients critical to development, behavior and overall health. The ADA said breakfast is rarely or never eaten by 12-percent of Caucasian and Hispanic children and 18-percent of African-American children.
The survey also found dinner rarely or never eaten by 3-percent of Caucasian children and 5-percent of African American and Hispanic children.
Researchers said since children are snacking throughout the day, parents and schools should offer nutrient-rich snacks to supplement any missed meals.
