Food Frequency Questionnaire-Screening Form (FFQ)ΒΆ

The Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) is a screening tool designed to assess children's intake by food group, with outcomes measured in number of servings. The focus of these tools is on intake of fruit and fruit juices, vegetables, potatoes (including French fries), whole grains, meat/poultry/fish, dairy, legumes, saturated fat, "added sugars" (in sweetened cereals, soft drinks, and sweets), glycemic load and glycemic index. A secondary analysis produces estimates for intake of sugary beverages (both kcal and frequency). Individual portion sizes are asked.

Domains Assessed: Eating Behaviors

References: Block G, Hartman AM, Dresser CM, Carroll MD, Gannon J, Gardner L. A data-based approach to diet questionnaire design and testing. Am J Epidemiol 1986; 124:453-469.

Note: The FFQ is administered to all participants

Time to Complete: 10 minutes

A complete list of assessments can be found here.