Meta-analysis reveals a positive association between skipping breakfast and poor academic performance in youths, suggesting important implications for educational outcomes.
Key Points
A positive association exists between skipping breakfast and poor academic performance in youths.
The pooled odds ratio of 2.08 indicates a significant risk of poor academic outcomes from skipping breakfast.
Observational studies were assessed using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale, ensuring quality evaluation of the data.
Subgroup analyses reveal consistent patterns across various demographics and assessment tools.