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Sajjad M, Bhatti A, Hill B, Al-Omari B. Using the theory of planned behavior to predict factors influencing fast-food consumption among college students. BMC Public Health 2023; 23:987. [PMID: 37237304 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-023-15923-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2023] [Accepted: 05/18/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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PURPOSE The purpose of this research is to examine the behavioral factors that impact fast food consumption (FFC) among college students in Pakistan by applying the theory of planned behavior (TPB). METHODS Cross-sectional survey was distributed to college students in Pakistan. The questionnaire examines the factors associated with six categories: demographics, FFC pattern, intention for FFC, attitudes toward FFC, Subjective Norms (SN), and Perceived Behavioral Control (PBC). Data analysis was conducted using SPSS and SPSS AMOS software using descriptive statistics, inferential statistics (chi-square, t-test, Pearson correlation, and multiple regression analysis), and structural equation modeling (SEM) Analysis. RESULTS A total of 220 questionnaires were completed (97 males and 123 females). There were significant differences in FFC association with gender. Among the constructs of TPB, behavioral intention (BI) and SN are the strongest predictors of the FFC (p < .05). TPB has significantly predicted FFC behavior with a variance of R2 0.603. The SEM analysis shows that the data collected were incompatible with the theoretical TPB model, making it unfeasible to test our five hypotheses or interpret the results due to the poor fit of the model with the data. CONCLUSIONS To ensure a good fit of the data with the specified TPB model in SEM analysis, the number of indicators should be limited (≤ 30), or the sample size should be greater (N ≥ 500). Pakistani college students' FFC is mainly influenced by friends and the increased popularity of fast food, despite their knowledge of its negative health effects. Educational programs should target specific harmful effects of fast food, and SN and BI are the strongest predictors of FFC among TPB constructs. These findings can be useful for developing targeted interventional health strategies and future research.
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- Maryam Sajjad
- Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of South Asia, Lahore, Pakistan
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- College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Nursing, Midwifery, and Health, University of Northumbria, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
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- Department of Epidemiology and Population Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
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Martinez-Perez N, Telleria-Aramburu N, Insúa P, Hernández I, Telletxea S, Ansotegui L, Rebato E, Basabe N, de Pancorbo MM, Rocandio A, Arroyo-Izaga M. On-campus food purchase behaviors, choice determinants, and opinions on food availability in a Spanish university community. Nutrition 2022; 103-104:111789. [PMID: 35964438 DOI: 10.1016/j.nut.2022.111789] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2021] [Revised: 06/01/2022] [Accepted: 06/27/2022] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to investigate food purchasing behaviors, choice determinants, and opinions about on-campus food availability by a university community and to analyze differences in these aspects between students, education and/or research staff (ERS), and administrative and services staff (ASS), and between males and females. METHODS This was a cross-sectional study that involved a representative sample of students (n = 1089), ERS (n = 396), and ASS (n = 300) who completed an anonymous online survey. A previously adapted version of the questionnaire was administered. The results were weighted to ensure representativeness of this community population using weighted coefficients. RESULTS The results showed that most of the participants purchased food on campus (91.6%), especially for lunch (67.4% of foods and 37.4% of drinks) and snack (65.4% of foods and 45.4% of drinks). Hot drinks (i.e., coffee, tea, hot chocolate etc.; 60.5%), bottled water (49.2%), and hot foods (i.e., small servings [38.2%] and sandwiches/hamburgers [31.7%]) were the most purchased items. Taste (98.6%) was the most important determinant in choice, followed by price for students, nutritional value for ASS, and health value for ERS. The "top 5" opinions suggested for the campus food environment and potential changes were "greater capacity to access free filtered drinking water", "greater capacity to recycle food packaging," "more healthy options in vending machines", "discounts for healthy choices," and "allergen labeling." CONCLUSION Interventions that improve sustainability and the affordability of products with high nutritional quality, price-manipulation directives, and allergen information on labeling would be well received among this community.
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- Naiara Martinez-Perez
- Department of Nursing I, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Leioa (Bizkaia), Spain
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- Department of Pharmacy and Food Sciences, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Vitoria-Gasteiz (Araba/Álava), Spain
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- Department of Basic Psychology, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Donostia/San Sebastián (Gipuzkoa), Spain
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- Section of the Legal Advice of Administrative Contracting, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Leioa (Bizkaia), Spain
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- Departament of Social Psychology, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Vitoria-Gasteiz (Araba/Álava), Spain
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- Department of Neurosciences, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Vitoria-Gasteiz (Araba/Álava), Spain
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- Department of Genetics, Physical Anthropology and Animal Physiology, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Leioa (Bizkaia), Spain
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- Departament of Social Psychology, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Vitoria-Gasteiz (Araba/Álava), Spain
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- BIOMICs Research Group, Microfluidics & BIOMICs Cluster UPV/EHU, Lascaray Research Centre, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Vitoria-Gasteiz (Araba/Álava), Spain; Department of Z. and Cellular Biology A, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Vitoria-Gasteiz (Araba/Álava), Spain
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- Department of Pharmacy and Food Sciences, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Vitoria-Gasteiz (Araba/Álava), Spain; BIOMICs Research Group, Microfluidics & BIOMICs Cluster UPV/EHU, Lascaray Research Centre, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Vitoria-Gasteiz (Araba/Álava), Spain
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- Department of Pharmacy and Food Sciences, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Vitoria-Gasteiz (Araba/Álava), Spain; BIOMICs Research Group, Microfluidics & BIOMICs Cluster UPV/EHU, Lascaray Research Centre, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Vitoria-Gasteiz (Araba/Álava), Spain.
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Hitendre S, Jordan R, Theodorakopoulos C, White L. Dietary Intakes, Knowledge, and Perceptions of Semi-professional Rugby Athletes in Scotland. J Int Soc Sports Nutr 2022; 19:49-69. [PMID: 35599915 PMCID: PMC9116392 DOI: 10.1080/15502783.2022.2036436] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Background Adequate nutritional intake plays a pivotal role in optimizing performance, recovery, and body composition goals. This study aimed to investigate the dietary intakes (DIs); nutritional knowledge (NK); and attitudes, perceptions, and challenges (APC) of semiprofessional rugby players in Scotland. Methods Dietary intakes and NK of 24 male semiprofessional rugby players of a Super6 club were evaluated using validated questionnaires. Players were categorized as having good or poor NK according to NK scores. Diet-related APCs were assessed using researcher-developed questionnaires and 1-1 semi-structured interviews. Results Mean ± SD total NK% was poor, 53.7 ± 11.9%. The ‘Good’ NK group scored significantly higher in the Weight Management (p = 0.014), Macronutrients (p < 0.001), Micronutrients (p = 0.001), and Sports Nutrition (p < 0.001) sections. Mean DIs from food sources were 26.3 ± 9.2 kcal/kg/day energy, 1.4 ± 0.4 g/kg/day protein, and 21.7 ± 10.1 g/day fibre. Median (25th,75th) carbohydrate intake was 3.0 (2.0, 3.0) g/kg/day, and 6.3 (2.3, 10.6) units/week alcohol. Mean ± SD fat and saturated fat (SFA) % total energy intake (EI) were 36.2 ± 3.7% and 12.8 ± 1.9%, respectively, and SFA %EI exceeded recommendations (p < 0.001). The ‘Good’ NK group had significantly higher intakes of all macronutrients (p < 0.05). Total NK% positively correlated with intakes of meat (r = 0.556, p = 0.011), cereals (r = 0.458, p = 0.042), dietary fat (r = 0.477, p = 0.034), vegetables (r = 0.487, p = 0.030), and alcoholic beverages (r = 0.541, p = 0.014). Supplement use was 68%. Players felt diet affected performance (94%) but 31% of them were unaware of any specific nutritional strategies. A healthy diet was perceived to be ‘balanced’ with ‘variety from all food groups. Lack of time for preparation was described as the main barrier to healthy eating. Conclusions Overall, players had poor NK, their fibre and carbohydrate intake was suboptimal, whereas saturated fat intake exceeded recommendations. Many lacked awareness of current sports nutrition guidelines. Further nutrition education may be needed to improve diet quality and aid performance goals.
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- Sonam Hitendre
- Dietetics, Nutrition & Biological Sciences, School of Health Sciences, Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, UK
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- Dietetics, Nutrition & Biological Sciences, School of Health Sciences, Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, UK
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- Dietetics, Nutrition & Biological Sciences, School of Health Sciences, Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, UK
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- Dietetics, Nutrition & Biological Sciences, School of Health Sciences, Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, UK
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Oberne A, Vamos C, Wright L, Wang W, Daley E. Does health literacy affect fruit and vegetable consumption? An assessment of the relationship between health literacy and dietary practices among college students. JOURNAL OF AMERICAN COLLEGE HEALTH : J OF ACH 2022; 70:134-141. [PMID: 32150517 DOI: 10.1080/07448481.2020.1727911] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2019] [Revised: 01/22/2020] [Accepted: 02/02/2020] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Objective To explore the association between health literacy and fruit and vegetable (F&V) consumption among college students. Participants: In 2018, undergraduate students from a large, southeastern university were recruited to participate in this study. Methods: Participants (n = 436) completed an online survey assessing health literacy, F&V intake, and personal, situational, and societal and environmental determinants of health literacy. Results: There was a significant association between general health literacy, F(2, 161.54) = 6.52, p < .001; disease prevention health literacy, F(2, 214.22) = 4.788, p < .01; and health promotion health literacy, F(2, 138.35) = 5.53, p < .01 with F&V consumption. Students with excellent health literacy consumed significantly more fruits and vegetables than students with limited health literacy. Conclusions: Health literacy may play an important role in F&V consumption among college students. Future research should explore the relationship between the health literacy and dietary practice decision-making to inform intervention development among college students.
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- Alison Oberne
- College of Public Health, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, USA
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- College of Public Health, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, USA
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, University of North Florida, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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- Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- College of Public Health, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, USA
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Gomes SM, Jacob MC, Rocha C, Medeiros MF, Lyra CO, Noro LR. Expanding the limits of sex: a systematic review concerning food and nutrition in transgender populations. Public Health Nutr 2021; 24:6436-6449. [PMID: 33866993 PMCID: PMC11148592 DOI: 10.1017/s1368980021001671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To examine the literature and identify main themes, methods and results of studies concerning food and nutrition addressed in research on transgender populations. DESIGN A systematic review conducted through July 2020 in the MedLine/PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science databases. RESULTS Of the 778 studies identified in the databases, we selected thirty-seven. The studies were recent, most of them published after 2015, being produced in Global North countries. The most often used study design was cross-sectional; the least frequently used study design was ethnographic. Body image and weight control were predominant themes (n 25), followed by food and nutrition security (n 5), nutritional status (n 5), nutritional health assistance (n 1) and emic visions of healthy eating (n 1). CONCLUSIONS The transgender community presents body, food and nutritional relationships traversed by its unique gender experience, which challenges dietary and nutritional recommendations based on the traditional division by sex (male and female). We need to complete the lacking research and understand contexts in the Global South, strategically investing in exploratory-ethnographic research, to develop categories of analysis and recommendations that consider the transgender experience.
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- Sávio Marcelino Gomes
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Saúde Coletiva, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte, 59056-000 Natal, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
- Laboratório Horta Comunitária Nutrir, Nutrition Department, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte, 59078-970 Natal, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
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- Laboratório Horta Comunitária Nutrir, Nutrition Department, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte, 59078-970 Natal, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
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- Centre for Studies in Food Security, School of Nutrition, Ryerson University, Toronto, ONM5B 2K3, Canada
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- Laboratório Horta Comunitária Nutrir, Nutrition Department, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte, 59078-970 Natal, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Saúde Coletiva, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte, 59056-000 Natal, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Saúde Coletiva, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte, 59056-000 Natal, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
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Nielson SA, Kamleh MK, Conlon PD, McWhirter JE, Stone EA, Khosa DK. Understanding Incoming Canadian and US Veterinary Students' Attitudes and Perceptions of Their Dietary Habits and Levels of Physical Activity. JOURNAL OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EDUCATION 2021; 48:747-755. [PMID: 33657337 DOI: 10.3138/jvme-2020-0065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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As critical components of individual well-being, nutrition and physical activity have important physical and psychological implications. Veterinary students face demanding schedules and potentially high rates of psychological distress. Though veterinary students' strategies for healthy eating have been explored, factors influencing their ability to achieve a healthy diet are less understood. This study assesses incoming veterinary students' perceived attitudes to their dietary habits and physical activity levels. Incoming students (n = 322) at five Canadian and five randomly selected US veterinary schools completed a questionnaire inquiring about demographic information, dietary attitudes and habits, and activity levels. More than half (58%) of students perceived their diet to be moderately healthy. A desire to feel better and have more energy was the most reported (79%) motivating factor to modifying personal eating habits and was significantly associated with improved odds of having a perceived healthy diet (OR = 2.22, p < .024). A busy lifestyle was perceived as a barrier to changing current eating habits by 92% of respondents. Students reporting a desire to maintain their health (OR = 3.42, p < .001) and moderate (OR = 2.81, p < .003) or high (OR = 2.30, p < .044) routine physical activity levels were also more likely to perceive their diet as healthy. Findings show that incoming veterinary students' perceptions may influence their goals of achieving a healthy lifestyle. An understanding of incoming veterinary students' barriers and motivators could be applied in future research to assist students in achieving personalized goals.
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Malsagova KA, Kopylov AT, Sinitsyna AA, Stepanov AA, Izotov AA, Butkova TV, Chingin K, Klyuchnikov MS, Kaysheva AL. Sports Nutrition: Diets, Selection Factors, Recommendations. Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13113771. [PMID: 34836029 PMCID: PMC8619485 DOI: 10.3390/nu13113771] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2021] [Revised: 10/17/2021] [Accepted: 10/23/2021] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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An athlete’s diet is influenced by external and internal factors that can reduce or exacerbate exercise-induced food intolerance/allergy symptoms. This review highlights many factors that influence food choices. However, it is important to remember that these food choices are dynamic, and their effectiveness varies with the time, location, and environmental factors in which the athlete chooses the food. Therefore, before training and competition, athletes should follow the recommendations of physicians and nutritionists. It is important to study and understand the nutritional strategies and trends that athletes use before and during training or competitions. This will identify future clinical trials that can be conducted to identify specific foods that athletes can consume to minimize negative symptoms associated with their consumption and optimize training outcomes.
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- Kristina A. Malsagova
- Biobanking Group, Branch of IBMC “Scientific and Education Center” Bolshoy Nikolovorobinsky Lane, 109028 Moscow, Russia; (A.T.K.); (A.A.S.); (A.A.S.); (A.A.I.); (T.V.B.); (A.L.K.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +7-(499)-764-9878
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- Biobanking Group, Branch of IBMC “Scientific and Education Center” Bolshoy Nikolovorobinsky Lane, 109028 Moscow, Russia; (A.T.K.); (A.A.S.); (A.A.S.); (A.A.I.); (T.V.B.); (A.L.K.)
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- Biobanking Group, Branch of IBMC “Scientific and Education Center” Bolshoy Nikolovorobinsky Lane, 109028 Moscow, Russia; (A.T.K.); (A.A.S.); (A.A.S.); (A.A.I.); (T.V.B.); (A.L.K.)
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- Biobanking Group, Branch of IBMC “Scientific and Education Center” Bolshoy Nikolovorobinsky Lane, 109028 Moscow, Russia; (A.T.K.); (A.A.S.); (A.A.S.); (A.A.I.); (T.V.B.); (A.L.K.)
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- Biobanking Group, Branch of IBMC “Scientific and Education Center” Bolshoy Nikolovorobinsky Lane, 109028 Moscow, Russia; (A.T.K.); (A.A.S.); (A.A.S.); (A.A.I.); (T.V.B.); (A.L.K.)
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- Biobanking Group, Branch of IBMC “Scientific and Education Center” Bolshoy Nikolovorobinsky Lane, 109028 Moscow, Russia; (A.T.K.); (A.A.S.); (A.A.S.); (A.A.I.); (T.V.B.); (A.L.K.)
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- Jiangxi Key Laboratory for Mass Spectrometry and Instrumentation, East China University of Technology, Nanchang 330013, China;
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- State Research Center Burnasyan of the Federal Medical Biophysical Centre of the Federal Medical Biological Agency of Russia, 123098 Moscow, Russia;
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- Biobanking Group, Branch of IBMC “Scientific and Education Center” Bolshoy Nikolovorobinsky Lane, 109028 Moscow, Russia; (A.T.K.); (A.A.S.); (A.A.S.); (A.A.I.); (T.V.B.); (A.L.K.)
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Halfacre K, Chang Y, Holben DH, Roseman MG. Cooking Facilities and Food Procurement Skills Reduce Food Insecurity Among College Students: A Pilot Study. JOURNAL OF HUNGER & ENVIRONMENTAL NUTRITION 2021. [DOI: 10.1080/19320248.2021.1949423] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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- Katharine Halfacre
- Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion, Mississippi State University, Starkville, United States
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- Department of Nutrition and Hospitality Management, University of Mississippi, Oxford, United States
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- Department of Nutrition and Hospitality Management, University of Mississippi, Oxford, United States
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- Department of Nutrition and Hospitality Management, University of Mississippi, Oxford, United States
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Chew HSJ, Ang WHD, Lau Y. The potential of artificial intelligence in enhancing adult weight loss: a scoping review. Public Health Nutr 2021; 24:1993-2020. [PMID: 33592164 PMCID: PMC8145469 DOI: 10.1017/s1368980021000598] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2020] [Revised: 01/12/2021] [Accepted: 02/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To present an overview of how artificial intelligence (AI) could be used to regulate eating and dietary behaviours, exercise behaviours and weight loss. DESIGN A scoping review of global literature published from inception to 15 December 2020 was conducted according to Arksey and O'Malley's five-step framework. Eight databases (CINAHL, Cochrane-Central, Embase, IEEE Xplore, PsycINFO, PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science) were searched. Included studies were independently screened for eligibility by two reviewers with good interrater reliability (k = 0·96). RESULTS Sixty-six out of 5573 potential studies were included, representing more than 2031 participants. Three tenets of self-regulation were identified - self-monitoring (n 66, 100 %), optimisation of goal setting (n 10, 15·2 %) and self-control (n 10, 15·2 %). Articles were also categorised into three AI applications, namely machine perception (n 50), predictive analytics only (n 6) and real-time analytics with personalised micro-interventions (n 10). Machine perception focused on recognising food items, eating behaviours, physical activities and estimating energy balance. Predictive analytics focused on predicting weight loss, intervention adherence, dietary lapses and emotional eating. Studies on the last theme focused on evaluating AI-assisted weight management interventions that instantaneously collected behavioural data, optimised prediction models for behavioural lapse events and enhance behavioural self-control through adaptive and personalised nudges/prompts. Only six studies reported average weight losses (2·4-4·7 %) of which two were statistically significant. CONCLUSION The use of AI for weight loss is still undeveloped. Based on the current study findings, we proposed a framework on the applicability of AI for weight loss but cautioned its contingency upon engagement and contextualisation.
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- Han Shi Jocelyn Chew
- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, 10 Medical Dr, Singapore 117597, Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, 10 Medical Dr, Singapore 117597, Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, 10 Medical Dr, Singapore 117597, Singapore
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Hiller MB, Winham DM, Knoblauch ST, Shelley MC. Food Security Characteristics Vary for Undergraduate and Graduate Students at a Midwest University. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:5730. [PMID: 34073623 PMCID: PMC8197841 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18115730] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2021] [Revised: 05/18/2021] [Accepted: 05/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The study objective was to determine prevalence of food insecurity and its associations with socioecological model (SEM) characteristics for undergraduate and graduate students. An online questionnaire was distributed to a convenience sample of students aged 18-34 at a Midwestern university. Of the 938 responses, 675 were complete for analysis. Outcome measures included demographics, food security level, housing, food access barriers, coping strategies, and food assistance program usage. Results found that predictors associated with undergraduate food insecurity included non-White race, receipt of financial aid, lower self-reported health status, living off-campus, employment, and food cost (p < 0.001). Graduate student food insecurity was associated with Asian self-identification, employment, food cost, no time to prepare foods, and lack of foods for dietary needs (p < 0.001). Students with food insecurity were more likely to buy cheap food (p < 0.001). Almost 50% of food-insecure undergraduates asked friends or family to help buy food. Food-insecure students were more likely to want information on meal preparation and budgeting. More graduate students were likely to know of and use food pantries. Overall, food insecurity was higher among undergraduate than graduate students. Universities should consider institutional and policy changes tailored to the separate populations to mitigate the prevalence of campus food insecurity.
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- Molly B. Hiller
- Department of Food Science & Human Nutrition, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50010, USA; (M.B.H.); (S.T.K.)
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- Department of Food Science & Human Nutrition, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50010, USA; (M.B.H.); (S.T.K.)
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- Department of Food Science & Human Nutrition, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50010, USA; (M.B.H.); (S.T.K.)
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- Department of Political Science, and Department of Statistics, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50010, USA;
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Exploring the Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Eating and Purchasing Behaviours of People Living in England. Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13051499. [PMID: 33946799 PMCID: PMC8146722 DOI: 10.3390/nu13051499] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2021] [Revised: 04/27/2021] [Accepted: 04/27/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Consumers' eating habits have changed significantly due to the anxiety and boredom from the reported cases and deaths of COVID-19, the change in work patterns, controlled food shopping, and the inability to meet loved ones during the lockdown. The magnitude of these changes in the eating behaviours and purchasing habits of consumers varies across different groups of people. This study provides empirical evidence of the effects of COVID-19 on the eating and purchasing behaviours of people living in England, which was assessed based on sociodemographic variables. A total of 911 participants were recruited by a market research company, while only 792 useable responses were included in this study. The participants, aged between 18 and 91 years, completed an online questionnaire, and the data were analysed using ordinal regression. Data were collected between October and December 2020. Male participants constituted 34.60%, females 63.89%, and others (other gender and those who prefer not to declare their gender) were 0.63%. The majority of participants' ages fell into the ranges of 23-38 and 39-54. Participants aged 23 to 38 years had the greatest effect of COVID-19 on their purchasing decision of healthier foods, while participants in the age groups 55-73 and 74-91 were least affected. The amount of foods purchased during the pandemic decreased with increasing age. The amount of foods purchased by students, people in employment, and people from minority ethnic groups were greatly affected by the pandemic. All participants who stated that taking food supplements is not important during the pandemic were from the White ethnic group. The effects of the pandemic on purchasing healthier foods were greater in younger generations and participants in full- or part-time employment than participants who were retired and who were aged above 55. The participants with higher educational qualifications and those from minority ethnic groups were also more affected by the pandemic. We suggest further studies to monitor any changes in the effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic on the eating and purchasing behaviours of consumers.
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Rozas L, Busse P, Barnoya J, Garrón A. Data on gender representation in food and beverage print advertisements found in corner stores from Guatemala and Peru. BMC Res Notes 2021; 14:63. [PMID: 33593434 PMCID: PMC7888119 DOI: 10.1186/s13104-021-05469-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2020] [Accepted: 01/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Data on gender representation in food and beverage advertisements may allow for a better understanding of how the food industry is targeting different audiences based on gender. Nonetheless, scant research on food and beverage print advertising with a gender approach has been conducted. Therefore, we sought to assess the prevalence of gender focus in print advertisements found inside corner stores in two cities: Guatemala City, Guatemala, and Lima, Peru. DATA DESCRIPTION We developed two complementary datasets as part of the study: (1) a dataset of digital photographs of 200 food and beverage print advertisements found in corner stores located near schools (100 ads per country selected according to criteria such as product type, image quality, and uniqueness); (2) a quantitative dataset with data of the content analysis of these photographs. We employed 19 variables to record the general information and gender assessment of the ads. These datasets should allow scholars and public officials to identify gender-specific marketing strategies of the food industry that might impact children's and adolescents' nutrition differently.
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- Lucila Rozas
- Grupo de Investigación en Comunicación y Salud, Instituto de Investigación Científica, Universidad de Lima, 4600 Javier Prado Este Avenue, Tower A, 11th Floor, 15023, Lima, Peru
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- Grupo de Investigación en Comunicación y Salud, Instituto de Investigación Científica, Universidad de Lima, 4600 Javier Prado Este Avenue, Tower A, 11th Floor, 15023, Lima, Peru.
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- Departamento de Investigación, Unidad de Cirugía Cardiovascular de Guatemala, 8-00 9th Avenue, 11th Zone, 01011, Guatemala City, Guatemala
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- Fundación Interamericana del Corazón-Bolivia, Mariscal Santa Cruz Avenue, La Primera Building, Tower B, 10th Floor, Office No. 7, La Paz, Bolivia
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Faith in Fat: A Multisite Examination of University Students' Perceptions of Fat in the Diet. Nutrients 2020; 12:nu12092560. [PMID: 32846997 PMCID: PMC7551440 DOI: 10.3390/nu12092560] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2020] [Revised: 08/18/2020] [Accepted: 08/20/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Despite recent relaxation of restrictions on dietary fat consumption in dietary guidelines, there remains a collective "fear of fat". This study examined college students' perceptions of health among foods with no fat relative to foods with different types of fats (unsaturated and saturated). Utilizing a multisite approach, this study collected data from college students at six university dining halls throughout the United States. Data were available on 533 students. Participants were 52% male and consisted largely of first-year students (43%). Across three meal types, the no-fat preparation option was chosen 73% of the time, the unsaturated fat option was selected 23% of the time, and the saturated fat option was chosen 4% of the time. Students chose the no-fat option for all meal types 44% of the time. Findings suggest that college students lack knowledge regarding the vital role played by the type and amount of fats within a healthy diet. Nutrition education and food system reforms are needed to help consumers understand that type of fat is more important than total amount of fat. Efforts across various sectors can encourage incorporating, rather than avoiding, fats within healthy dietary patterns.
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Keck MM, Vivier H, Cassisi JE, Dvorak RD, Dunn ME, Neer SM, Ross EJ. Examining the Role of Anxiety and Depression in Dietary Choices among College Students. Nutrients 2020; 12:nu12072061. [PMID: 32664465 PMCID: PMC7400947 DOI: 10.3390/nu12072061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2020] [Revised: 07/03/2020] [Accepted: 07/07/2020] [Indexed: 01/14/2023] Open
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This study examines the role of anxiety and depression symptoms in predicting dietary choices in emerging adults while accounting for sex differences in these relationships. Participants were 225 English speaking undergraduates enrolled in a university in southeastern United States. Participants were recruited through an online research recruitment application utilized by the university. Participants volunteered for a two-phased anonymous survey monitoring the effects of eating habits and gastrointestinal health in young adults. As part of this effort, participants completed self-reporting measures related to anxiety and depression, as well as an automated, self-administered 24-h diet recall. Multigroup path analysis was used to test primary hypotheses. Overall, a decrease in total caloric intake and an increase in sugar consumption were found as self-reported symptoms of anxiety and depression increased. In addition, there were sex differences in the relationship between depression and food choices. Men consumed more saturated fat as well as less fruits and vegetables as self-reported symptoms of depression increased. Results suggest symptoms of depression are a greater risk factor for poor nutrition in male college students than females. The findings provide another justification to screen for psychological distress in student health services given the implications on behavioral lifestyle and health.
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- Michelle M. Keck
- Department of Psychology, College of Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32816, USA; (J.E.C.); (R.D.D.); (M.E.D.); (S.M.N.); (E.J.R.)
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- Department of Psychology, College of Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32816, USA; (J.E.C.); (R.D.D.); (M.E.D.); (S.M.N.); (E.J.R.)
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- Department of Psychology, College of Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32816, USA; (J.E.C.); (R.D.D.); (M.E.D.); (S.M.N.); (E.J.R.)
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- Department of Psychology, College of Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32816, USA; (J.E.C.); (R.D.D.); (M.E.D.); (S.M.N.); (E.J.R.)
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- Department of Psychology, College of Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32816, USA; (J.E.C.); (R.D.D.); (M.E.D.); (S.M.N.); (E.J.R.)
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- Department of Psychology, College of Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32816, USA; (J.E.C.); (R.D.D.); (M.E.D.); (S.M.N.); (E.J.R.)
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Choi J. The Association Between Health Conditions, Consciousness, Involvement, and Knowledge and Dietary Supplement Intake among University Students in South Korea. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2019; 16:E4028. [PMID: 31640219 PMCID: PMC6843960 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph16204028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2019] [Revised: 10/11/2019] [Accepted: 10/12/2019] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Dietary supplements (DSs) are typically used by the elderly in a population, but younger age groups are increasingly purchasing these products. In consideration of this issue, the present study investigated the DS-related behaviors and general lifestyles of university students in South Korea. The health conditions, consciousness, involvement, and knowledge, as well as the future behavioral intentions, of DS users and non-users were determined and compared. A survey was administered to the respondents, and measurements were adapted and rephrased to suit the Korean context. Results showed that although the behaviors of DS users and non-users were characterized by similar patterns, significant differences in health involvement and future purchase were found between these groups. Health involvement influenced DSs buying intentions in the future, but no significant differences in the other variables were found. The findings suggested that university students take DSs regardless of their expectations about their efficacy and that their knowledge does not affect their intention to purchase such products.
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- Jinkyung Choi
- Department of Foodservice Management, Woosong University, Daejeon 34606, Korea.
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Merhout F, Doyle J. Socioeconomic Status and Diet Quality in College Students. JOURNAL OF NUTRITION EDUCATION AND BEHAVIOR 2019; 51:1107-1112. [PMID: 31345675 DOI: 10.1016/j.jneb.2019.06.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2018] [Revised: 06/13/2019] [Accepted: 06/24/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the existence and trajectory of diet disparities among college students from different socioeconomic statuses (SESs). METHODS A random sample of freshman and sophomore students was invited to participate in an online survey on eating behaviors. Ordinary least squares regressions were fit to 148 complete responses to examine the association between family income ≤200% of the federal poverty level and overall, healthy, and unhealthy food consumption. RESULTS Low-SES students reported eating significantly more unhealthy food during their freshman year than their non-low-SES peers. This difference is not statistically significant for second-year students and robust to on-campus spending power. CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS Disparities in diets for students from different socioeconomic backgrounds that were observed in the freshman year of college were absent in the sophomore year. Awareness of these disparities and trend is important to broadly promote healthy eating.
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- Department of Sociology, Duke University, Durham, NC
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Sowers MF, Colby S, Kavanagh K, Zhou W. Testing product, pricing, and promotional strategies for vending machine interventions with a college population. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2019. [DOI: 10.1080/15378020.2019.1592653] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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- Morgan F. Sowers
- Department of Nutrition, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, USA
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- Department of Nutrition, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, USA
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- Department of Nutrition, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, USA
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- Department of Business Analytics and Statistics, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, USA
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Multilevel Structural Equation Modeling of Students' Dietary Intentions/Behaviors, BMI, and the Healthfulness of Convenience Stores. Nutrients 2018; 10:nu10111569. [PMID: 30360538 PMCID: PMC6266756 DOI: 10.3390/nu10111569] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2018] [Revised: 10/17/2018] [Accepted: 10/20/2018] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Background: When dietary behaviors are habitual, intentions are low, and environmental cues, such as the consumer food environment, might guide behavior. How might intentions to eat healthily and ultimately actual dietary behaviors, be influenced by the consumer food environment (including the availability and affordability of healthy foods) in convenience stores? This study will determine pathways between the healthfulness of convenience stores and college students’ dietary intentions/behaviors, and body mass index (BMI). Methods: Through multilevel structural equation modeling, a comparison was made of students’ healthful meal intentions (HMI); intake (fruits/vegetables, %kcal/fat, sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) and whole-grains); and measured BMI; as well as the healthfulness of convenience stores (fruits/vegetables availability/quality, healthy food availability/affordability). Data was collected on 1401 students and 41 convenience stores across 13 US college campuses. Results: Controlling for gender, HMI was negatively associated with SSBs (β = −0.859) and %kcal/fat (β = −1.057) and positively with whole-grains (β = 0.186) and fruits/vegetables intake (β = 0.267); %Kcal/fat was positively (β = 0.098) and fruits/vegetables intake (β = −0.055) negatively associated with BMI. Campus level, fruits/vegetables availability were positively associated to HMI (β = 0.214, β = 0.129) and directly/negatively to BMI (β = −2.657, β = −1.124). Conclusions: HMI modifies dietary behaviors, with energy from fat and fruit/vegetable intake the most predictive of weight. Availability of fruit/vegetables in convenience stores make it easier for young adults to eat well.
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Nikolaus CJ, Nickols-Richardson SM, Ellison B. Wasted food: A qualitative study of U.S. young adults' perceptions, beliefs and behaviors. Appetite 2018; 130:70-78. [PMID: 30063960 DOI: 10.1016/j.appet.2018.07.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2017] [Revised: 07/24/2018] [Accepted: 07/25/2018] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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U.S. consumers, namely young adults, are one of the largest sources of preventable food waste. However, the antecedents of wasted food among young adults in the U.S. are unknown. This study aimed to explore the perceptions, beliefs and behaviors related to wasted food among 18- to 24-year-old adults. Fifty-eight individuals (63.8% female) with an average age of 20.2 y (±1.6) who lived in a residence where they had control over some food purchases (excluding co-op or other communal housing, and living with parents) participated in 75-min focus groups during spring of 2016. Thirty participants lived in residence halls at a university and the remaining 28 lived in off-campus dwellings. Focus group transcriptions were analyzed for themes by two investigators using a constant-comparative approach. Inductive thematic analyses provided insights that were broadly categorized into: 1) awareness and knowledge of wasted food, 2) factors that influence food waste behaviors, and 3) suggested interventions to reduce wasted food. Results provide evidence of heterogeneity in perceptions, beliefs, and behaviors related to wasted food based on dwelling type. Insights from the current study may be used to inform observational or intervention work focused on reducing wasted food by young adults.
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- Cassandra J Nikolaus
- Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 905 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL, 61801, United States.
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- Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 905 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL, 61801, United States.
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- Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1301 W. Gregory Dr., Urbana, IL, 61801, United States.
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Vilaro MJ, Zhou W, Colby SE, Byrd-Bredbenner C, Riggsbee K, Olfert MD, Barnett TE, Mathews AE. Development and Preliminary Testing of the Food Choice Priorities Survey (FCPS): Assessing the Importance of Multiple Factors on College Students' Food Choices. Eval Health Prof 2018; 40:425-449. [PMID: 29096556 DOI: 10.1177/0163278717735872] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Understanding factors that influence food choice may help improve diet quality. Factors that commonly affect adults' food choices have been described, but measures that identify and assess food choice factors specific to college students are lacking. This study developed and tested the Food Choice Priorities Survey (FCPS) among college students. Thirty-seven undergraduates participated in two focus groups ( n = 19; 11 in the male-only group, 8 in the female-only group) and interviews ( n = 18) regarding typical influences on food choice. Qualitative data informed the development of survey items with a 5-point Likert-type scale (1 = not important, 5 = extremely important). An expert panel rated FCPS items for clarity, relevance, representativeness, and coverage using a content validity form. To establish test-retest reliability, 109 first-year college students completed the 14-item FCPS at two time points, 0-48 days apart ( M = 13.99, SD = 7.44). Using Cohen's weighted κ for responses within 20 days, 11 items demonstrated moderate agreement and 3 items had substantial agreement. Factor analysis revealed a three-factor structure (9 items). The FCPS is designed for college students and provides a way to determine the factors of greatest importance regarding food choices among this population. From a public health perspective, practical applications include using the FCPS to tailor health communications and behavior change interventions to factors most salient for food choices of college students.
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- 2 University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, USA
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Mellette T, Yerxa K, Therrien M, Camire ME. Whole Grain Muffin Acceptance by Young Adults. Foods 2018; 7:foods7060091. [PMID: 29899237 PMCID: PMC6025515 DOI: 10.3390/foods7060091] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2018] [Revised: 06/06/2018] [Accepted: 06/10/2018] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Adolescents and young adults in the United States do not consume recommended amounts of whole grains. University dining services have opportunities to inform students about whole grains and to offer foods containing blends of whole grains with refined flour to increase daily consumption of these healthful foods. An online survey of university students (n = 100) found that 70% of respondents did not know the proportion of servings of whole grains that should be eaten daily. Mini blueberry muffins containing 50, 75, and 100% white whole wheat flour were served to 50 undergraduate students who rated their liking of the muffins using a nine-point hedonic scale. Respondents liked all muffin formulations similarly for appearance, taste, texture and overall liking. After the whole grain content of each muffin was revealed, 66% of students increased their liking of the muffins containing 100% whole wheat flour. Only half of the students increased their liking for the 75% whole wheat flour muffins, and most students reported no change in liking for the muffins made with the lowest percentage of whole wheat flour. Labeling whole grain foods in university foodservice operations may increase consumption of this food group by some students. Further research with actual purchase behavior is needed.
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- Cooperative Extension, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-57417, USA.
- School of Food & Agriculture, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5735, USA.
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- School of Food & Agriculture, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5735, USA.
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- School of Food & Agriculture, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5735, USA.
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Royal KD, Hunt S, Scharf V, Correa M, Mariani C. Strategies Used for Making Healthy Eating Choices among Veterinary Medical Students. JOURNAL OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EDUCATION 2018; 45:364-380. [PMID: 29897314 DOI: 10.3138/jvme.0317-041r] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Healthy eating is a challenge for most college students, and students in the field of veterinary medicine are no exception. Health experts have recommended that universities emphasize the importance of healthy eating and promote healthy eating habits among students. However, before we can begin offering targeted interventions to promote healthy eating strategies and behaviors, we must first understand students' current strategies used for making healthy eating choices, self-reported eating habits, and perceptions of diet quality. Thus, the purpose of this study was to understand veterinary medical students' perceptions of current diet quality and to characterize their strategies for making healthy eating choices. Results indicate veterinary medical students employ a wide range of strategies and behaviors for healthy eating, yet few students reported eating a diet of poor quality. We conclude that while most students report eating a relatively healthy diet, variation in strategies used suggests room for improvement for many. This article discusses potential intervention strategies to promote healthy eating among veterinary students.
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- Kenneth D Royal
- Assistant Professor of Educational Assessment & Outcomes, North Carolina State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences, 1060 William Moore Dr., Raleigh, NC 27607 USA.
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- North Carolina State University, Department of University Recreation, 2611 Cates Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27695 USA
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- North Carolina State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences, 1060 William Moore Dr., Raleigh, NC 27607 USA
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- North Carolina State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Population Health and Pathobiology, 1060 William Moore Dr., Raleigh, NC 27607 USA
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- North Carolina State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences, 1060 William Moore Dr., Raleigh, NC 27607 USA
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Britt RK, Collins WB, Wilson K, Linnemeier G, Englebert AM. eHealth Literacy and Health Behaviors Affecting Modern College Students: A Pilot Study of Issues Identified by the American College Health Association. J Med Internet Res 2017; 19:e392. [PMID: 29258979 PMCID: PMC5750421 DOI: 10.2196/jmir.3100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2013] [Revised: 08/28/2014] [Accepted: 02/20/2016] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Background The eHealth Literacy Scale (eHEALS) has been widely adopted by researchers to understand how eHealth literacy can be put into context. eHealth researchers need to know how to promote positive health behavior changes across college students, given the importance of the Internet to acquire and use health information. The American College Health Association identified a set of key health issues that affect college students today. By understanding how eHEALS might be related to college students’ maintenance of their health and their use of online health resources, researchers will be provided with a better understanding of eHealth literacy and its pragmatic implications for health campaigns and future interventions. Objective The goal of the study was to examine what eHEALS reveals about college student health behaviors identified by the American College Health Association. To understand college student current health maintenance and their intentions to maintain their health and use online resources, the theory of planned behavior was used as the theoretical framework for the study. Methods Data were collected via a survey of 422 college students that included the eHEALS measure and questions about health issues based on the recommendations of the American College Health Association. These questions asked about college student current health, subsequent use of online health resources, and their intention to maintain their health and make use of such resources in the future. Results eHEALS was positively and significantly associated with all 8 areas of health issues identified by the American College Health Association for college student current maintenance of health and use of online health resources and for future intention of health maintenance and use of online resources. Key issues that emerged with eHealth literacy were maintaining safe sex practices and seeking out related information, seeking out information on an exercise regime, information on vaccinations, and maintaining a balanced diet. Conclusions These results suggest several areas that may be targeted for future health campaigns toward college students. In addition, eHEALS was found to be a useful instrument for college students in the United States. Lastly, these results point to a need to deliver targeted information to college students, particularly since eHEALS captures literacy based on positively phrased items.
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- Rebecca Katherine Britt
- Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD, United States
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- Brian Lamb School of Communication, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, United States
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- School of Communication Studies, Indiana University South Bend, South Bend, IN, United States
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Liao LL, Lai IJ. Construction of Nutrition Literacy Indicators for College Students in Taiwan: A Delphi Consensus Study. JOURNAL OF NUTRITION EDUCATION AND BEHAVIOR 2017; 49:734-742.e1. [PMID: 28729146 DOI: 10.1016/j.jneb.2017.05.351] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2016] [Revised: 05/10/2017] [Accepted: 05/12/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To use the Delphi process to select nutrition literacy (NL) indicators for Taiwan college students. DESIGN Initial formulation of 8 principal indicators and 77 subindicators, followed by a 2-round Delphi survey and final selection of indicators. PARTICIPANTS A total of 28 nutrition experts selected through snowball sampling; 100% response rate. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES An expert panel scored and ranked NL themes and indicators for relevance, representativeness, and importance. ANALYSIS Quantitative analysis. For principal indicators, the defined cutoff was mean (relevance and representativeness) > 4 and SD < 1. For subindicators, screening criteria were: (1) >20 experts ranked the nutrition theme's importance in the top 50% of the 12 themes; (2) mean (relevance and representativeness) > 4 and SD < 1 and >20 experts ranked the indicator's importance in the top 50% of all indicators within a domain. RESULTS Consensus was reached on 8 principal indicators and 28 subindicators in 8 themes, including 10 in understand, 8 in analyze, 5 in appraise, and 5 in apply. CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS An initial set of NL indicators was developed for Taiwan college students, serving as a basis to develop Taiwan College's Nutrition Literacy Scale and providing information on nutrition education.
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- Li-Ling Liao
- Department of Health Management, I-Shou University, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan
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- Department of Nutrition, I-Shou University, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan.
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Tam R, Yassa B, Parker H, O'Connor H, Allman-Farinelli M. University students' on-campus food purchasing behaviors, preferences, and opinions on food availability. Nutrition 2017; 37:7-13. [DOI: 10.1016/j.nut.2016.07.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2016] [Revised: 06/02/2016] [Accepted: 07/08/2016] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Santos SJ, Hurtado-Ortiz MT, Armendariz M, vanTwist V, Castillo Y. Obesity-Related Dietary Patterns and Health Status of Diabetes among At-Risk Latino College Students. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2016; 16:291-313. [PMID: 31798353 DOI: 10.1177/1538192716653504] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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This study examined within-group differences in obesity-related dietary behaviors and the health status of 156 Latino students at-risk for diabetes due to family history. Approximately 58% of students were overweight/obese, with female students reporting a greater risk for diabetes. Consumption of meats, fried potatoes, breads, and tortillas was associated with higher BMI and diabetes risk indices. Differences in dietary behaviors were found based on students' college profile and sociodemographic characteristics. Implications for university-related intervention health initiatives are discussed.
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Ibrahim A, Aryeetey GC, Asampong E, Dwomoh D, Nonvignon J. Erratic electricity supply (Dumsor) and anxiety disorders among university students in Ghana: a cross sectional study. Int J Ment Health Syst 2016; 10:17. [PMID: 26941834 PMCID: PMC4776439 DOI: 10.1186/s13033-016-0053-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2015] [Accepted: 02/24/2016] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Background Ghana is currently experiencing electricity supply crisis that is believed to have some impact on the mental wellbeing of the population, especially among university students that have become increasingly dependent on uninterrupted electricity supply to fully function academically. There is no known study that explores the link between infrequent electricity supply and generalized anxiety disorders in sub-Saharan Africa. This study aimed to explore that link and determine the proportion of university students whose anxiety levels may be influenced by the electricity supply crisis that the country is experiencing at the moment. Methods This exploratory study used the Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item scale (GAD-7) to conduct the study on the University of Ghana campus. The likelihood ratio (LR) test and Fisher’s Exact tests were used to determine any association between the electricity supply crisis and anxiety levels among students. Unadjusted odds ratio and corresponding confidence intervals were estimated and ordinal logistic regression technique was used for the effect of covariates on anxiety. Results Overall, nearly 26 % of students interviewed felt nervous, anxious or on edge almost every day due to the erratic power supply. The proportion of students determined to be classified having minimal, mild, moderate and severe anxiety due to the erratic power supply was 24.2, 30.7, 22.1 and 23.1 % respectively. Students were significantly more likely to be anxious if the frequency of power outage increased (OR 1.36; CI 1.23–1.49). Conclusions Our finding in this study suggests that although the erratic power supply does not allude to any clinical confirmation of the students having anxiety disorders, it does point to a fact that even in a resource-poor country like Ghana, where constant supply of electricity is not always guaranteed, students may not be entirely immune to the health and well-being implications of failures in some sectors of the economy such as power supply.
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- Abdallah Ibrahim
- Department of Health Policy, Planning and Management, School of Public Health, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana
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- Department of Health Policy, Planning and Management, School of Public Health, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana
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- Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana
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- Department of Biostatistics, School of Public Health, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana
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- Department of Health Policy, Planning and Management, School of Public Health, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana
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Lassen AD, Lehmann C, Andersen EW, Werther MN, Thorsen AV, Trolle E, Gross G, Tetens I. Gender differences in purchase intentions and reasons for meal selection among fast food customers – Opportunities for healthier and more sustainable fast food. Food Qual Prefer 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodqual.2015.06.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Major food sources contributing to energy intake – a nationwide survey of Brazilians aged 10 years and older. Br J Nutr 2015; 113:1638-42. [PMID: 25864784 DOI: 10.1017/s0007114515001075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Identification of major sources of energy in the diet helps to implement dietary recommendations to reduce obesity. To determine the food sources of energy consumed by Brazilians, we used the traditional method of ranking energy contribution of selected food groups and also compared days with and without consumption of specific food groups. Analysis was based on two non-consecutive days of dietary record from the Brazilian National Dietary Survey, conducted among 34 003 Brazilians (aged 10 years or more), taking into account the complex design of the survey. Comparison of days with and without consumption gave more consistent results, with sweets and cookies as the most important contributors to energy intake, increasing 992 kJ/d (95 % CI 883, 1096) for those days when consumption of cakes, cookies and desserts was reported compared to days without their consumption. Savoury snacks, cheese and sugar-sweetened beverages (SSB) also increase energy intake by about 600 kJ. The only group associated with decreased energy intake was vegetable ( − 155 kJ; 95 % CI − 272, − 37). Consumption of beans, milk and fruits increased the energy intake by about 210 kJ. In total, the mean energy intake of the group was 8000 kJ. Except for the consumption of vegetables, all of the other ten food groups analysed were associated with increased energy intake. Sweets and cookies may increase the energy intake by 12 % and SSB by 7 %, indicating that these two groups are major targets for improving healthy eating by reducing energy intake; whereas vegetable intake is associated with the reduction of energy content of the diet.
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Use of the Go-for-Green nutrition labeling system in military dining facilities is associated with lower fat intake. J Acad Nutr Diet 2014; 114:1067-1071. [PMID: 24507627 DOI: 10.1016/j.jand.2013.12.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2012] [Accepted: 12/03/2013] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Point-of-purchase nutrition labeling is a potential tool to help consumers choose healthier foods. The objectives of our study were to survey soldiers on their use of the Go-for-Green nutrition labeling system in dining facilities and compare characteristics of users and nonusers. The study population consisted of 299 US Army active duty soldiers at two US Army installations. The frequency of use of food labels and characteristics were calculated and differences in characteristics of label users and nonusers were compared using χ(2) and regression analyses. Forty-seven percent of soldiers reported using nutrition labels to make food choices always or sometimes. Users were more likely to be following a special diet (P=0.04) and to take a multivitamin or protein supplement (P<0.001) than nonusers. Users consumed a mean of 32% of energy from fat vs 36% for nonusers (P<0.0001) after adjusting for reported use of special diets. Use of the Go-for-Green nutrition labeling system is encouraging and should be further investigated to determine whether the program is actually influencing dietary choices in broader military settings.
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Deliens T, Clarys P, De Bourdeaudhuij I, Deforche B. Determinants of eating behaviour in university students: a qualitative study using focus group discussions. BMC Public Health 2014; 14:53. [PMID: 24438555 PMCID: PMC3905922 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2458-14-53] [Citation(s) in RCA: 238] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2013] [Accepted: 01/16/2014] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background College or university is a critical period regarding unhealthy changes in eating behaviours in students. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to explore which factors influence Belgian (European) university students’ eating behaviour, using a qualitative research design. Furthermore, we aimed to collect ideas and recommendations in order to facilitate the development of effective and tailored intervention programs aiming to improve healthy eating behaviours in university students. Methods Using a semi-structured question guide, five focus group discussions have been conducted consisting of 14 male and 21 female university students from a variety of study disciplines, with a mean age of 20.6 ± 1.7 yrs. Using Nvivo9, an inductive thematic approach was used for data analysis. Results After the transition from secondary school to university, when independency increases, students are continuously challenged to make healthful food choices. Students reported to be influenced by individual factors (e.g. taste preferences, self-discipline, time and convenience), their social networks (e.g. (lack of) parental control, friends and peers), physical environment (e.g. availability and accessibility, appeal and prices of food products), and macro environment (e.g. media and advertising). Furthermore, the relationships between determinants and university students’ eating behaviour seemed to be moderated by university characteristics, such as residency, student societies, university lifestyle and exams. Recommendations for university administrators and researchers include providing information and advice to enhance healthy food choices and preparation (e.g. via social media), enhancing self-discipline and self-control, developing time management skills, enhancing social support, and modifying the subjective as well as the objective campus food environment by e.g. making healthy foods price-beneficial and by providing vending machines with more healthy products. Conclusions This is the first European study examining perceived determinants of eating behaviour in university students and collecting ideas and recommendations for healthy eating interventions in a university specific setting. University characteristics (residency, exams, etc.) influence the relationships between individual as well as social environmental determinants and university students’ eating behaviour, and should therefore be taken into account when designing effective and tailored multilevel intervention programs aiming to improve healthy eating behaviours in university students.
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- Tom Deliens
- Department of Human Biometry and Biomechanics, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Pleinlaan 2, 1050 Brussels, Belgium.
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