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Mugware A, Motadi SA, Bere A, Mushaphi LF. Iron and Vitamin A Status of Children Aged 0 to 36 Months in Thulamela Municipality, Vhembe District, South Africa. CHILDREN (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 11:1018. [PMID: 39201952 PMCID: PMC11352742 DOI: 10.3390/children11081018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2024] [Revised: 08/08/2024] [Accepted: 08/14/2024] [Indexed: 09/03/2024]
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Objective: The present study assessed the iron and Vitamin A status of children aged 0 to 36 months in Thulamela municipality, Vhembe District. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 250 children aged 0 to 36 months attending well-baby clinic services with their mothers. Convenience sampling was used to select study participants, and simple random sampling was used to choose clinics. Data were gathered via a questionnaire administered by the researcher and field workers from August to September 2019. Standard techniques were used to measure body weight and height. In addition, serum retinol, haemoglobin, iron, ferritin, transferrin saturation, and transferrin levels were also assessed. Information on dietary diversity was gathered through a 24 h dietary recall. Results: The prevalence of underweight, wasting, and stunting was 3.6%, 2%, and 9.2%, respectively. Using serum retinol <10 µg/dL, 22% of children had vitamin A deficiency. The prevalence of anaemia was 53.6%, while 13.1% of children had iron deficiency anaemia when using serum ferritin of less than 12 μg/dL. Most children (90.8%) had an inadequate dietary diversity score, while 9.2% had sufficient dietary diversity. The most consumed food groups were grains, roots and tubers, vitamin A rich fruits and vegetable, and flesh foods. A higher percentage (44%) of children with low iron ferritin were underweight compared to those with normal iron ferritin (df = 1, p-value = 0.007). Conclusion: Iron, anaemia, and vitamin A deficiencies, accompanied by a high prevalence of stunting, were common among children in Thulamela Municipality. Thus, improving nutritional status in this area is a critical need.
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- Anzani Mugware
- Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Venda, Private Bag x5050, Thohoyandou 0950, South Africa; (S.A.M.); (L.F.M.)
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- Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Venda, Private Bag x5050, Thohoyandou 0950, South Africa; (S.A.M.); (L.F.M.)
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- Department of Mathematical and Computational Science, Faculty of Science, Engineering and Agriculture University of Venda, Thohoyandou 0950, South Africa;
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- Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Venda, Private Bag x5050, Thohoyandou 0950, South Africa; (S.A.M.); (L.F.M.)
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Kubuga CK, Baako M, Low JW. Potential Nutrient Contribution of Community-Based Insects in Children's Food in Northern Ghana. Curr Dev Nutr 2024; 8:104410. [PMID: 39157009 PMCID: PMC11327501 DOI: 10.1016/j.cdnut.2024.104410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2024] [Revised: 06/02/2024] [Accepted: 06/24/2024] [Indexed: 08/20/2024] Open
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Background Micronutrient deficiencies are a major problem among children in northern Ghana. Available local foods and existing plant-based dietary patterns among children are insufficient to meet children's nutrients requirements. Aside enhancing diets with animal source foods, most of which are expensive for rural households, entomophagy, which is culturally accepted, appears to be a great alternative. Objectives This study aimed to 1) document the types of insects commonly consumed and the reasons for or against entomophagy in the study area, 2) document the reasons for adding or not adding insects to household meals, and 3) determine the nutrient contribution of community-based insects in children's food. Methods Both qualitative and quantitative research methods were concurrently applied in this exploratory study (N = 392 individuals; 6 focus group discussions) in northern Ghana. Results Termites, crickets, grasshoppers, and caterpillars were recognized as the most prevalent edible insects in communities. These insects were largely consumed by children but presently only included in household meals by a few households. Individual, sociocultural, sensory characteristics of insects, climate, and economic aspects were cited as grounds for and against entomophagy. Existing community-based children's diets were unable to meet the acceptable recommended nutrient intake (RNI; within a given age and gender group, the RNI is the amount of a nutrient ingested daily that would meet the needs of almost all healthy individuals in that group) level of all nutrients under consideration, especially for zinc, vitamin B-12, folate, and fat. Inclusion of community-based edible insects increased the RNI levels for all 11 micronutrients considered and met children's zinc, vitamin B-12, folate, and fat requirements. Conclusions Community-based insects demonstrate a great potential for meeting micronutrients needs of children in the research setting. Future research is required to improve households' adoption of community-based insects as part of household meals and to make insects accessible to households.
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- Nutritional Sciences Department, University for Development Studies, Tamale, Ghana
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- International Potato Center, Nairobi, Kenya
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John DC, Uys CJ, Pascoe M. IsiZulu-speaking caregivers' perceptions of child language stimulation. SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF COMMUNICATION DISORDERS 2024; 71:e1-e9. [PMID: 39099282 PMCID: PMC11304183 DOI: 10.4102/sajcd.v71i1.1028] [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: 12/01/2023] [Revised: 06/04/2024] [Accepted: 06/09/2024] [Indexed: 08/06/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND South African children from low-income households are at higher risk of cognitive-linguistic difficulties because of multiple risk factors. Early language stimulation minimises the effects of risk factors and prepares children for literacy and learning. Understanding caregivers' perceptions of language stimulation is important because perceptions shape practices, which determine child language outcomes. OBJECTIVES This study explored the existing perceptions of language stimulation among 15 isiZulu-speaking caregivers from KwaDabeka township. METHOD A qualitative, descriptive research design was adopted and the caregivers were interviewed using a semi-structured interview schedule. The NVivo software programme supported the inductive, thematic analysis of the data. RESULTS Although the caregivers held positive perceptions of language stimulation, their perceptions of benefit focussed on meeting children's basic physiological needs with less reference to the long-term benefits for literacy, employment and social integration. Providing language models, watching television, singing songs, and reading books were perceived to be examples of language-stimulating activities and techniques. The caregivers expressed a need to improve their knowledge of language stimulation and queried how they could be supported to achieve this outcome. CONCLUSION This group of caregivers needed support to increase their awareness of the long-term benefits of language stimulation and their knowledge and use of evidence-based activities, stimuli and facilitation techniques.Contribution: Caregivers' existing perceptions could serve as a barrier to the effective language stimulation of children from low-income households in South Africa.
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- Desiree C John
- Discipline of Speech-Language Pathology, College of Health Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban.
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Janmohamed A, Baker MM, Doledec D, Ndiaye F, Konan ACL, Leonce A, Kouadio KL, Beye M, Yattara ML, Dissieka R. Dietary diversity and associated factors among infants and young children in three West African countries. Front Public Health 2024; 12:1386664. [PMID: 39114514 PMCID: PMC11303163 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1386664] [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: 02/15/2024] [Accepted: 05/24/2024] [Indexed: 08/10/2024] Open
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Providing children healthy diversified diets is important for their optimal growth and development. The high prevalence of under-nourishment during the critical early life period is of serious concern in West Africa. We assessed the level of dietary diversity and associated factors for children aged 6-23 months in Côte d'Ivoire, Niger and Senegal. Prior 24 h dietary intake was assessed for 3,528 children (Côte d'Ivoire: N = 118; Niger: N = 763; Senegal: N = 2,647) using the Diet Quality Questionnaire survey tool administered to primary caregivers. Cluster random sampling was conducted for urban and rural areas in Niger and Senegal and simple random sampling was used in Côte d'Ivoire, where only rural households were selected. Survey data were analyzed to determine children's intake of items from eight food groups: breast milk; grains, roots, tubers and plantains; pulses, nuts and seeds; dairy products; flesh foods; eggs; vitamin A-rich fruits and vegetables; and other fruits and vegetables. Minimum Dietary Diversity (MDD) was assessed based on the consumption of ≥5 of the 8 food groups. In all countries, the majority of children were ≥ 12 months of age and from rural households. Children from poor/very poor households ranged from 32.4 to 41.9%. MDD prevalence was 54.2% in Côte d'Ivoire, 33.3% in Niger and 30.8% in Senegal. In all three countries, children 12-23 months had significantly higher consumption of six of the food groups, compared to those 6-11 months, and children ≥12 months had a higher likelihood of MDD, compared to infants, in Niger (aOR = 4.25; 95% CI: 2.46, 7.36) and Senegal (aOR = 2.69; 95% CI: 2.15, 3.35). MDD prevalence was higher among children in urban, compared to rural, areas in Niger (p = 0.020) and Senegal (p < 0.001) and significantly higher in the wealthiest, compared to poorest, households. This study suggests most young children in Côte d'Ivoire, Niger and Senegal are not receiving an adequately diversified diet, with a reliance on starchy staples and lower intake of high-quality protein sources. Our results highlight socio-economic barriers to attaining dietary diversity in these settings and stress the urgent and continuing need for investments in strategies that support optimal complementary feeding practices.
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- Amynah Janmohamed
- Helen Keller International, Vitamin A Supplementation Africa Regional Office, Nairobi, Kenya
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- Helen Keller International, Vitamin A Supplementation Africa Regional Office, Nairobi, Kenya
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- Helen Keller International, Vitamin A Supplementation Africa Regional Office, Nairobi, Kenya
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- Helen Keller International, Vitamin A Supplementation Africa Regional Office, Nairobi, Kenya
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- Helen Keller International, Vitamin A Supplementation Africa Regional Office, Nairobi, Kenya
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Mbhenyane X, Kgatle M, Tambe A, Mushaphi F. Maternal Feeding Practices of Children One to Three Years in Collins Chabane Municipality of South Africa. Ecol Food Nutr 2024; 63:281-303. [PMID: 38770798 DOI: 10.1080/03670244.2024.2354691] [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] [Indexed: 05/22/2024]
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The aim was to assess maternal feeding practices of children one to three years. A descriptive observational design was employed. The sample consisted of mothers-child dyads. A validated structured questionnaire was used. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 26.0. The nutrition status of the children at birth indicated 11.6% underweight as compared to the time of the study (7.2%), 7.9% were stunted increased to 38.0%, while wasting decreased from 11.4%-2.4%. Early cessation of breastfeeding and inappropriate complementary feeding practices were the factors influencing growth. The prevalence of underweight and wasting were low while stunting and overweight were high.
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- Xikombiso Mbhenyane
- Division Human Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Nutrition, School of Health Sciences, University of Venda, Thohoyandou, South Africa
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- Division Human Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Nutrition, School of Health Sciences, University of Venda, Thohoyandou, South Africa
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Olkaba BF, Alemayahu AA, Dukale YH, Yote NY, Wolde AI, Tura MR, Egu LM. Understanding perceptions and practices of mothers toward infant and young child feeding in Toke Kutaye districts : Community-based qualitative study. Nutrition 2024; 126:112508. [PMID: 39142069 DOI: 10.1016/j.nut.2024.112508] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2024] [Revised: 05/13/2024] [Accepted: 05/30/2024] [Indexed: 08/16/2024]
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BACKGROUND Complementary feeding is a process starting at 6 months of age when breastfeeding alone cannot provide the nutrients infants require. Foods and liquids are started along with breastfeeding up to 24 months, while complementary foods are available either from a garden or local market appropriate to complement breast milk at 6 months to satisfy the nutritional needs of the infant. Infancy is from birth to 12 months of age, and the term young child is used when referring to infants and children from 12 months to 2 years of age. Infants and young children require a sufficient diet that includes all nutrients that support overall growth and development. Appropriate feeding practices are crucial during infancy and early childhood. In addition to breastfeeding, complementary feeding should be started on time, administered safely and appropriately, and in sufficient amounts with regularity, consistency, and a variety of foods to meet nutritional needs. OBJECTIVES This work was designed to understand the perceptions and practices of infant and young child feeding among mothers with children under 2 years in the West Shewa Zone Toke Kutaye districts. METHODS The study was conducted from December 05 to December 30, 2023. Twenty-seven mothers with children under 2 years old participated. The study was a cross-sectional descriptive qualitative study that employed focus group discussions and in-depth interviews to gather perceptions, opinions, practices, beliefs, and experiences about infant and young child feeding. Before coding, texts were double-checked against audio files to ensure accuracy and consistency. Afan Oromo conducted verbatim transcriptions of the focus group discussions and in-depth interviews, transcribed into Microsoft Word 2010. RESULTS The study revealed that most infants were not initiated early into breastfeeding and were not exclusively breastfed because most mothers gave cow milk, especially after 2 months, when mothers returned to working on other activities. Most mothers begin complementary feeding at the age of 4 months. CONCLUSIONS The responses of mothers from all age strata regarding factors that hinder appropriate infant and young child feeding show a lack of awareness about initiating early breastfeeding. Extreme work overload prevented the feeding of breast milk and preparation of a complementary diet as per protocol, low utilization of family planning, and a perceived shortage of food items to prepare a balanced diet for complementary feeding were factors that hindered appropriate infant and young child feeding. Concerned stakeholders should work to alleviate the extreme workload among mothers with children under 2 years old and reduce their lack of awareness by designing appropriate infant and young child feeding education; cooking demonstrations are strongly recommended.
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- Belete Feyera Olkaba
- Ambo University, College of Health Science and Referral Hospital, Ambo, Ethiopia.
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- Bule Hora University, Institute of Health, School of Public Health, Bule Hora, Ethiopia
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- Bule Hora University, Institute of Health, School of Public Health, Bule Hora, Ethiopia
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- Ambo University, College of Health Science and Referral Hospital, Ambo, Ethiopia
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- Ambo University, College of Health Science and Referral Hospital, Ambo, Ethiopia
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Sahiledengle B, Mwanri L. Determinants of aggregate anthropometric failure among children under-five years in Ethiopia: Application of multilevel mixed-effects negative binomial regression modeling. PLOS GLOBAL PUBLIC HEALTH 2024; 4:e0003305. [PMID: 38833430 PMCID: PMC11149882 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pgph.0003305] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2023] [Accepted: 05/06/2024] [Indexed: 06/06/2024]
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Undernutrition significantly contributes to failure to thrive in children under five, with those experiencing multiple forms of malnutrition facing the highest risks of morbidity and mortality. Conventional markers such as stunting, wasting, and underweight have received much attention but are insufficient to identify multiple types of malnutrition, prompting the development of the Composite Index of Anthropometric Failure (CIAF) and the Composite Index of Severe Anthropometric Failure (CISAF) as an aggregate indicators. This study aimed to identify factors associated with CIAF and CISAF among Ethiopian children aged 0-59 months using data from the 2019 Ethiopia Mini Demographic and Health Survey. The study included a weighted sample of 5,259 children and used multilevel mixed-effects negative binomial regression modeling to identify determinants of CIAF and CISAF. The result showed higher incidence-rate ratio (IRR) of CIAF in male children (adjusted IRR = 1.27; 95% CI = 1.13-1.42), children aged 12-24 months (aIRR = 2.01, 95%CI: 1.63-2.48), and 24-59 months (aIRR = 2.36, 95%CI: 1.91-2.92), those from households with multiple under-five children (aIRR = 1.16, 95%CI: 1.01-1.33), poorer households (aIRR = 1.48; 95%CI: 1.02-2.15), and those who lived in houses with an earthen floor (aIRR = 1.37, 95%CI: 1.03-1.82). Similarly, the factors positively associated with CISAF among children aged 0-59 months were male children (aIRR = 1.47, 95% CI = 1.21-1.79), age group 6-11 months (aIRR = 2.30, 95%CI: 1.40-3.78), age group 12-24 months (aIRR = 3.76, 95%CI: 2.40-5.88), age group 25-59 months (aIRR = 4.23, 95%CI: 2.79-6.39), children from households living with two and more under-five children (aIRR = 1.27, 95%CI:1.01-1.59), and children from poorer households (aIRR = 1.93, 95% CI = 1.02-3.67). Children were more likely to suffer from multiple anthropometric failures if they were: aged 6-23 months, aged 24-59 months, male sex, living in households with multiple under-five children, and living in households with poor environments. These findings underscore the need to employ a wide range of strategies to effectively intervene in multiple anthropometric failures in under-five children.
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- Biniyam Sahiledengle
- Department of Public Health, Madda Walabu University Goba Referral Hospital, Bale-Goba, Ethiopia
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- Research Centre for Public Health, Equity and Human Flourishing, Torrens University Australia, Adelaide Campus, SA 5000, Adelaide, Australia
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Gboko K, Koné K, Soro D, Yao K. Characterizations of infant flours and profiles of populations using them in the center of Côte d'Ivoire. Heliyon 2024; 10:e31644. [PMID: 38831813 PMCID: PMC11145539 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e31644] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2024] [Revised: 05/17/2024] [Accepted: 05/20/2024] [Indexed: 06/05/2024] Open
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Introduction Infant malnutrition is a public health issue observed in children from the age of 6 months, period of food diversification. The objective of this study was to characterize the infant flours intended for children from 6 to 24 months on the Ivorian market and to identify the profiles of the populations using them in order to improve a new type of flour manufacturing. Materials and methods Then, a cross-sectional investigation was conducted among 300 households with young children in the center of Cote d'Ivoire. This survey should point out the different types of complementary foods percentages used in households and the ones who use these foods which have an impact on child malnutrition; this in order to highlight the social and economic factors which influence the practices of use, preferences and choices of complementary foods of the populations that use them. Results and discussions The results indicate that 76 % of the households surveyed use industrial infant flours, 22 % traditional flours and 2 % make a combination of both industrial and traditional flours. The overall populations find imported manufactured flours too expensive with a preference rate of 41.5 %, 26 % for traditional flours and 32.5 % for products made up of the two previous ones. As for the practice of using complementary foods by households: 18 % practice it early, 54 % at the recommended age (6 months) and 28 % use them late. Conclusions a preference for traditional flours by households is observed because of their accessibility (affordable prices). Also, to better the nutritional and economic qualities of these traditional flours would be a good strategy to fight against child malnutrition in Africa.
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- K.M. Gboko
- Department of Chemical and Food Engineering, National Polytechnic Institute-HB, BP 1093, Yamoussoukro, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire
- African Center of Excellence for the Valorization of High Added Value Products, National Polytechnic Institute-HB, BP 1093, Yamoussoukro, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire
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- Department of Chemical and Food Engineering, National Polytechnic Institute-HB, BP 1093, Yamoussoukro, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire
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- Department of Chemical and Food Engineering, National Polytechnic Institute-HB, BP 1093, Yamoussoukro, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire
- African Center of Excellence for the Valorization of High Added Value Products, National Polytechnic Institute-HB, BP 1093, Yamoussoukro, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire
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- Department of Chemical and Food Engineering, National Polytechnic Institute-HB, BP 1093, Yamoussoukro, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire
- African Center of Excellence for the Valorization of High Added Value Products, National Polytechnic Institute-HB, BP 1093, Yamoussoukro, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire
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Tugume P, Mustafa AS, Walusansa A, Ojelel S, Nyachwo EB, Muhumuza E, Nampeera M, Kabbale F, Ssenku JE. Unravelling taboos and cultural beliefs associated with hidden hunger among pregnant and breast-feeding women in Buyende district Eastern Uganda. JOURNAL OF ETHNOBIOLOGY AND ETHNOMEDICINE 2024; 20:46. [PMID: 38693532 PMCID: PMC11064283 DOI: 10.1186/s13002-024-00682-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2023] [Accepted: 03/29/2024] [Indexed: 05/03/2024]
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BACKGROUND Food taboos and cultural beliefs among pregnant and breast-feeding women influence their food consumption patterns and hence the health of women and unborn children. Cognizant of their neglect in programs aimed to ameliorate hidden hunger among pregnant and breast-feeding women in Buyende and other resource-poor communities in sub-Saharan Africa, we opted for a study to unravel them to inform program design. METHODS We documented food taboos and beliefs amongst pregnant and breast-feeding women from six sub-counties of Buyende district in Eastern Uganda. A mixed-methods approach was used, which was comprised of questionnaire interviews with 462 women, eight focus group discussions with 6-10 participants in each and a total of 15 key informant interviews. RESULTS The present study revealed that 129 (27.9%) of the respondents practice food taboos and adhere to cultural beliefs related to their dietary habits during pregnancy and breast-feeding that are fuelling the prevalence of hidden hunger. The most tabooed foods during pregnancy were sugarcane (17.8%), fishes which included lung fish, catfish and the Lake Victoria sardine (Rastrineobola argentea) (15.2%), oranges (6.6%), pineapples (5.9%), eggs (3.3%), chicken (3.3%) and cassava, mangoes and Cleome gynandra (each at 3%). Most foods were avoided for reasons associated with pregnancy and labour complications and undesirable effects on the baby. Most women learnt of the taboos and beliefs from the elders, their own mother, grandparents or mother-in-law, but there was also knowledge transmission in social groups within the community. CONCLUSIONS The taboos and cultural beliefs in the study area render pregnant and breast-feeding women prone to micronutrient deficiency since they are denied consumption of a diversity of nutritious foods. There is a need to educate such women about consumption of nutrient-rich foods like fish, eggs, fruits and vegetables in order to improve their health, that of the unborn and children being breast fed. Additionally, culturally appropriate nutrition education may be a good strategy to eliminate inappropriate food taboos and beliefs with negative impact on the health of pregnant and breast-feeding women.
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- Patience Tugume
- Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology, College of Natural Sciences, Makerere University, P. O. Box 7062, Kampala, Uganda
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- Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology, College of Natural Sciences, Makerere University, P. O. Box 7062, Kampala, Uganda
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- Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology, College of Natural Sciences, Makerere University, P. O. Box 7062, Kampala, Uganda
- Department of Medical Microbiology, Habib Medical School, Faculty of Health Sciences, Islamic University in Uganda, P. O. Box 7689, Kampala, Uganda
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- Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology, College of Natural Sciences, Makerere University, P. O. Box 7062, Kampala, Uganda
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- Department of Health Policy Planning and Management, School of Public Health, Makerere University, P. O. Box 7072, Kampala, Uganda
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- Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology, College of Natural Sciences, Makerere University, P. O. Box 7062, Kampala, Uganda
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- Department of Health Nutrition, Buyende District Local Government, P. O. Box 87, Kamuli, Uganda
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- Directorate of Research and Quality Assurance, Busoga University, P. O. Box 154, Iganga, Uganda
- Department of Production, Buyende District Local Government, P. O. Box 87, Kamuli, Uganda
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- Department of Plant Sciences, Microbiology and Biotechnology, College of Natural Sciences, Makerere University, P. O. Box 7062, Kampala, Uganda.
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Iyer A, Kent K, Brunacci K, Agho KE, Fleming CAK. Feeding Practices, Parent Perceptions, and Diet Diversity in a Sample of Children Aged 0-5 Years from Western Sydney, Australia: A Mixed Methods Study. Nutrients 2024; 16:198. [PMID: 38257091 PMCID: PMC10821087 DOI: 10.3390/nu16020198] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2023] [Revised: 12/29/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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(1) Background: Sub-optimal feeding practices and dietary intakes in childhood are associated with poor health outcomes in adulthood. This mixed methods study aims to profile feeding practices, parent perceptions, and dietary diversity in a sample of children aged 0-5 years (n = 29) from Western Sydney, Australia. (2) Methods: In 2019, semi-structured interviews were conducted with parents, exploring their child's feeding practices. An online quantitative survey was used to assess children's feeding history. Nutrient intakes and dietary diversity scores were assessed using an online 24-h dietary recall. Quantitative data were analysed using descriptive statistics and one-way ANOVA, while qualitative data were analysed using inductive thematic analysis. (3) Results: The analysis showed that 27.6% of children were exclusively breastfed until 6 months of age and that 62.1% of children were introduced to solids before 6 months. Over 60% of children achieved minimum dietary diversity. The thematic analysis identified four themes, including mothers' feeding choices, mothers' perceptions of their children's diet, influences on feeding choices, and mothers' personal experiences. (4) Conclusions: The feeding history of over half the children in this sample indicated non-compliance with Australian and WHO infant feeding guidelines. The thematic analysis revealed various possible influences on parent feeding choices that can be used to inform targeted support.
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- Anjana Iyer
- School of Science, Western Sydney University, Locked Bag 1797, Penrith, NSW 2751, Australia
- School of Medicine, Western Sydney University, Campbelltown, NSW 2560, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, Western Sydney University, Campbelltown, NSW 2560, Australia
- School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences, Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, NSW 2522, Australia
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- School of Medicine, Western Sydney University, Campbelltown, NSW 2560, Australia
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Uusimäki K, Schneider L, Lubeka C, Kimiwye J, Mutanen M. Mothers' knowledge and practices on breastfeeding and complementary feeding in an urban slum area and rural area in Kenya: A cross-sectional interview study. J Child Health Care 2023; 27:612-627. [PMID: 35428403 PMCID: PMC10676620 DOI: 10.1177/13674935221083451] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Maternal breastfeeding and complementary feeding knowledge is an important determinant of childrens' long-term health and development. This study aims to account for associations between knowledge and practices in Kenya and report the food consumption of children from birth to 18 months. In 2015 mother-child pairs were recruited from Mother-and-Child Health Centers; 415 in an urban slum in Nairobi and 364 in rural Machakos. Knowledge and practice scores were calculated from questionnaire variables and 24-h food frequency questionnaire. The associations of knowledge and practices were studied with regression analysis. Breastfeeding knowledge (Nairobi 6.3/9, Machakos 5.9/9) and practices (Nairobi 7.5/8, Machakos 7.2/8) were good in both areas. Complementary feeding knowledge was not as good (Nairobi 7.5/14, Machakos 7.1/14). Minimum meal frequency was reached by almost 80% of the children but dietary diversity was low (Nairobi 2.7 [SD 1.4], Machakos 2.4. [SD 1.3]). Only 27% of children in Nairobi and 13% in Machakos were fed a minimum acceptable diet. The complementary feeding knowledge score was associated only with minimum dietary diversity in Nairobi (OR: 1.29; 95% CI: 1.105-1.514). Infant and young child feeding knowledge and practices were on a similar level in both areas. Future interventions should focus on improving dietary diversity.
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- Kerttu Uusimäki
- Department of Food and Nutrition, Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Food and Nutrition, Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Food, Nutrition and Dietetics, School of Applied Human Sciences, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya
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- Department of Food, Nutrition and Dietetics, School of Applied Human Sciences, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya
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- Department of Food and Nutrition, Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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Opoku Agyemang G, Attu SS, Annan RA, Okonogi S, Sakura T, Asamoah-Boakye O. Factors associated with food consumption and dietary diversity among infants aged 6-18 months in Ashanti Region, Ghana. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0294864. [PMID: 38033108 PMCID: PMC10688859 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0294864] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Studies have reported a poor diet quality among children in Ghana and other developing countries. Inadequate dietary diversity among children may lead to deficiencies in micronutrient intake necessary for growth and other cognitive functions. Understanding factors associated with infants' diverse diets is a key step to promoting adequate infant and young child nutrition. This study sought to determine the factors associated with food consumption and dietary diversity (DD) among infants. METHODS In this cross-sectional study among 1503 mothers-infant (aged 6-18 months) pairs from rural, urban, and peri-urban districts of Ashanti Region, factors associated with food consumption and DD were evaluated. The FAO 18-food group DD questionnaire was used to determine previous food group intake, while a structured questionnaire was used to capture data on the mother's socio-demographic parameters and child morbidity. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, the Chi-square test, and binary logistic regression to compare mothers and infants who had adequate and inadequate DDS of 9 out of 18 food groups and the predictors of dietary diversity. RESULTS About 64.7% of the infants did not meet the minimum dietary diversity. Over two-third (77.4%) of the children consumed maize porridge the previous day. Foods which were less consumed included vegetables (35%), animal milk (38.9%), and meat (organ 14%, any meat 26%). The mean food group intake from 18 food groups was 7.0, and the majority (64.7%) did not meet the recommended 9 food group intake. Significantly more younger children (6-11 months) (74%, p<0.001) compared with older children (12-18 months) (52.5%) did not meet the minimum DDS. Also compared with the older children, the younger ones had above two times increased odds of inadequate DD (OR = 2.5, p<0.001, 95% CI = 1.4-4.4). When controlled for gender, children from peri-urban areas (OR = 5.2, p = 0.260, 95% CI = 0.2-93.2) and rural areas (OR = 1.8, p = 0.650, 95% CI = 0.2-9.3) had increased odds of lower DD than urban children. Children of unemployed caregivers had an increased odds of low DD (OR = 2.3 p<0.001, 95% CI 1.7-3.2) compared with children of employed caregivers. Finally, children of caregivers with better nutrition knowledge (nine correct answers from 12 questions) had lower odds of having lower dietary diversity (adjusted OR = 0.9, p = 0.85, 95%CI = 0.5-1.6) than those with less knowledge. CONCLUSIONS Low DD was common among infants and associated with infants age, caregivers' areas of residence, employment status, and level of nutrition education. Children who did not meet the minimum dietary diversity were not fed particular foods such as vegetables, animal milk, and organ meat. Proper maternal nutrition education and feeding practices targeting age-specific needs and community livelihood support systems are necessary to improve dietary diversity of infants.
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- Godwin Opoku Agyemang
- Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, College of Science, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, PMB, Kumasi, Ghana
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- Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, College of Science, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, PMB, Kumasi, Ghana
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- Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, College of Science, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, PMB, Kumasi, Ghana
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- Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, the University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, the University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, College of Science, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, PMB, Kumasi, Ghana
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Al-buobayd AA, Al-Otaibi HH, Farag HAS. Association of Maternal Feeding Style with Fruit and Vegetable Consumption in Saudi Preschoolers: A Nationwide Cross-Sectional Study. Nutrients 2023; 15:4735. [PMID: 38004129 PMCID: PMC10674286 DOI: 10.3390/nu15224735] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2023] [Revised: 11/02/2023] [Accepted: 11/07/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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Parental feeding style (PFS) remarkably influences fruit and vegetable (F&V) consumption in preschoolers. This study aimed to determine the association between PFS and preschoolers' F&V consumption, as influenced by socioeconomic factors. A nationwide cross-sectional study was conducted among 1418 mothers of children aged 3-5 years in Saudi Arabia. Multinomial logistic regression model analysis was performed to assess the association between PFS and children's daily F&V intake using the Parental Feeding Style Questionnaire. The influence of socioeconomic factors on this association was also evaluated. For mothers with university degrees, encouragement, emotional, and instrumental feeding enhanced their children's intake of F&Vs, fruits, and vegetables, respectively. Children from families earning SAR >10,000 monthly had increased F&V intake with encouragement feeding and increased fruit intake with emotional feeding. However, F&V intake was reduced in children of working mothers with controlling feeding styles. Breastfeeding for <6 months was associated with increased F&V intake through emotional feeding. The most prevalent feeding style was encouragement, followed by emotional, with control and instrumental styles being less common. This study provides strong evidence on the association between PFS and daily F&V intake in Saudi preschoolers. Interventional and longitudinal studies on PFS are required to confirm these findings.
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- Department of Food and Nutrition Science, College of Agricultural and Food Science, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa 31982, Saudi Arabia; (A.A.A.-b.); (H.A.S.F.)
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Dixit P, Tonpe M, Bhatia M. Decomposition analysis of the decline in binary and triad undernutrition among preschool children in India. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0292322. [PMID: 37862310 PMCID: PMC10588879 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0292322] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2023] [Accepted: 09/18/2023] [Indexed: 10/22/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND To examine the socio-demographic factors associated with the decline in undernutrition among preschool children in India from National Family Health Survey (NFHS)-3, 2005-06 to NFHS- 5, 2019-21. METHODS For this study data were obtained from India's nationally representative datasets such as NFHS-3 and NFHS-5. The outcome variables for this study were Binary undernutrition which were defined as the coexistence of anemia and either stunting or wasting and Undernutrition triad which were defined as the presence of Iron deficiency anemia, stunting and wasting, respectively. Decomposition analysis was used to study the factors responsible for a decline in undernutrition. This method was employed to understand how these factors contributed to the decline in undernutrition whether due to change in the composition (change in the composition of the population) or propensity (change in the health-related behaviour of the population) of the population over a period of 16 years. RESULTS Results showed that rate, which contributes 85.26% and 65.64%, respectively, to total change, was primarily responsible for a decline in both binary undernutrition and undernutrition triad. Reduction in Binary undernutrition was mainly explained by the change in the rate of education level of the mothers and media exposer during the inter-survey period. On the other hand, the decline in the Undernutrition triad can be explained by household wealth index, mother's education, birth order and a change in people's knowledge or practice about the preceding birth interval. CONCLUSION Identifying important factors and understanding their relationship with the decline of undernutrition can be beneficial for reorienting nutrition-specific policies to achieve the targets of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
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- Priyanka Dixit
- School of Health Systems Studies, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai, India
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- School of Health Systems Studies, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai, India
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- Dept. of Health Policy, London School of Economics, London, United Kingdom
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Mokone SM, Manafe M, Ncube LJ. Healthy eating perceptions of mothers and caregivers of children in South Africa. Health SA 2023; 28:2345. [PMID: 37795152 PMCID: PMC10546246 DOI: 10.4102/hsag.v28i0.2345] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2023] [Accepted: 07/23/2023] [Indexed: 10/06/2023] Open
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Background The perceptions of mothers and caregivers of children attending early childhood development (ECD) centres play a very critical role in promoting healthy eating habits in children and impact long-term health consequences. Food preferences that are developed during childhood continue into adolescence and adulthood and are difficult to change. Aim The aim of the study was to assess the perception of mothers and caregivers of children attending ECD centres regarding healthy eating practices. Setting The study was conducted in ECD centres in Gauteng, North West and Limpopo. Methods A quantitative descriptive design was used to collect data among 290 respondents using a structured, researcher-administered questionnaire. Results The findings indicated that the majority (77%) of respondents did not believe that choosing a healthy diet is a matter of knowing foods that are good and bad for health. The majority (59%) of respondents believed that the food they eat and drinks are healthy and see no need to make changes. Conclusion The study findings showed that the majority of respondents lack awareness about choosing healthy diets. Furthermore, the current dietary patterns of respondents and their children will remain the same as long as the mothers and caregivers feel that the food they eat is healthy. Contribution The findings of the study contribute to the appropriate measures of educating mothers and caregivers in offering healthy diets to children at home and in early childhood centres.
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- Suzan M Mokone
- Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, School of Health Care Sciences, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, Pretoria, South Africa
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- Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, School of Health Care Sciences, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, Pretoria, South Africa
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- Division of Hospitality and Tourism, University of Mpumalanga, South Africa
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Quebu SR, Murray D, Okafor UB. Barriers to Exclusive Breastfeeding for Mothers in Tswelopele Municipality, Free State Province, South Africa: A Qualitative Study. CHILDREN (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 10:1380. [PMID: 37628379 PMCID: PMC10453665 DOI: 10.3390/children10081380] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2023] [Revised: 08/09/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023]
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Despite the numerous advantages of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF), the practice remains infrequently adopted in certain countries and is also associated with context-specific obstacles. Consequently, this study explores the experiences and opinions of mothers about the barriers and support systems of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF), in a bid to promote this practice in the Tswelopele Municipality of the Free State Province of South Africa. In-depth individual, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 16 mothers, using an audio recorder after receiving their permission to record the interviews. The analysis of the collected data revealed that opinions clustered around four topics: mother-related barriers to EBF, baby-related barriers to EBF, support systems to enhance EBF, and complications caused by barriers to EBF. The findings from these themes and sub-themes imply that the maternal factor is strongly influenced by other factors regarding the success or failure of this practice. These include extreme breast discomfort, maternal illness, the fear that the mother's milk supply is insufficient, a lack of understanding about EBF, and the influence of different cultural factors. When mothers encounter difficulties with breastfeeding, these challenges may impede their ability to practice EBF. In addition, while some participants were eager to breastfeed their babies and continued EBF for a period of six months, their infant's health and behavioral issues prevented them from doing so. Some of these problems included infant sickness and crying. From the prenatal to the postnatal period, mothers and their families should have access to breastfeeding education and counseling, along with sufficient time to make informed infant nutrition decisions. During counseling sessions, conversations with these stakeholders should focus on fostering a realistic understanding regarding what to expect when breastfeeding for the very first time, debunking breastfeeding-related misconceptions, and addressing inaccurate information and concerns. In addition, health professionals must be empathic and respectful of the mother's traditions and cultures and must also educate mothers and their families on the importance of EBF. Our list of themes and sub-themes could be utilized to enlighten exclusive breastfeeding challenges and potential mitigation efforts, not only in Tswelopele Municipality, South Africa but also in a number of other geographical contexts.
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- Simthandile Rebecca Quebu
- Department of Public Health, University of Fort Hare, 5 Oxford Street, East London 5201, South Africa;
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- Department of Nursing Science, University of Fort Hare, 50 Church Street, East London 5201, South Africa;
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Fort Hare, 5 Oxford Street, East London 5201, South Africa
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Masilela LN, Modjadji P. Child Nutrition Outcomes and Maternal Nutrition-Related Knowledge in Rural Localities of Mbombela, South Africa. CHILDREN (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 10:1294. [PMID: 37628293 PMCID: PMC10453191 DOI: 10.3390/children10081294] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 07/20/2023] [Accepted: 07/26/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023]
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Poor nutrition outcomes among children have become one of the major public health concerns in South Africa, attributed to poor feeding practices and maternal nutrition-related knowledge with conflicting data. In view of this, a cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the association of nutrition outcomes of children aged under two years with feeding practices and maternal nutrition-related knowledge in Mbombela, South Africa. Mothers' nutrition-related knowledge was estimated using an adapted structured questionnaire on colostrum, continued breastfeeding, diarrhea prevention and treatment using oral rehydration solution, immunization, and family planning, and scored as excellent (80-100), good (60-79), average (40-59), and fair (0-39). This was along with questions on socio-demographic factors and obstetric history, as well as anthropometric measurements. Child nutrition outcomes were estimated by WHO classification using z-scores for stunting (length-for-age (LAZ)), underweight (weight-for-age (WAZ)), and thinness (body mass index-for-age (BAZ)). Using STATA 17, 400 pairs of children (8 ± 6 months) and their mothers (29 ± 6 years) participated in the study and were living in a poor socio-economic status environment. Half of children were stunted (50%) and over half (54%) were obese, while mothers were underweight (39%) and overweight (34%). In addition to one third of mothers reporting obstetric complications, two thirds, initiated breastfeeding within one hour of delivery, 30% exclusively breastfed, 48% introduced early complementary feeding, and 70% practiced mixed feeding. Twenty-eight percent (28%) of mothers had fair nutrition-related knowledge, while 66% had average knowledge, 6% good knowledge, and none of the mothers had excellent knowledge. A chi-square test showed that mothers' nutrition-related knowledge was significantly associated with child stunting. The final hierarchical logistic regression showed significant associations of stunting with mothers' nutrition-related knowledge (average: AOR = 1.92, 95%CI: 1.12-3.29), child's age (6-11 months: AOR = 2.63, 95%CI: 1.53-4.53 and 12-23 months: AOR = 3.19, 95%CI: 1.41-7.25), and education (completing Grade 12: AOR = 0.36, 95%CI: 0.15-0.86). Contextual and intensified interventions on continued education for mothers to gain accurate information on nutrition-related knowledge and feeding practices could ultimately enhance child nutrition outcomes in poorer settings. Efforts should therefore be made to ensure that nutrition knowledge is appropriately provided based on the phases of child growth from 0 to 2 years, even beyond infancy into school age.
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- Lucy Nomsa Masilela
- Department of Public Health, School of Health Care Sciences, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, 1 Molotlegi Street, Ga-Rankuwa, Pretoria 0208, South Africa
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- Department of Public Health, School of Health Care Sciences, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, 1 Molotlegi Street, Ga-Rankuwa, Pretoria 0208, South Africa
- Non-Communicable Disease Research Unit, South African Medical Research Council, Cape Town 7505, South Africa
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Kubeka Z, Modjadji P. Association of Stunting with Socio-Demographic Factors and Feeding Practices among Children under Two Years in Informal Settlements in Gauteng, South Africa. CHILDREN (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 10:1280. [PMID: 37628279 PMCID: PMC10453658 DOI: 10.3390/children10081280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2023] [Revised: 07/14/2023] [Accepted: 07/19/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023]
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Despite improvements in childhood undernutrition through integrated nutritional programs in South Africa, stunting among children remains persistent, and is attributed to poor socio-demographic status. This context has been implicated in disrupting mothers' decisions regarding effective infant feeding, ultimately meaning that children's nutritional demands remain unmet. In view of this, we conducted a cross-sectional study to determine the association between socio-demographic factors and infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practices and stunting among children under two years receiving primary health care in informal settlements in Gauteng, South Africa. A validated questionnaire was used to assess mothers' socio-demographic status and feeding practices using WHO core indicators. Stunting was defined as length-for age z-scores (LAZ) below -2 standard deviation, computed using WHO Anthro software version 3.2.2.1 using age, sex, and anthropometric measurements of children. Univariate and multivariate analyses were stratified by stunting to determine the relationship with socio-demographic, infant, and IYCF factors using STATA 17. The prevalence of stunting was 16% among surveyed children under two years (with a mean age of 8 ± 5 months) living in poor socio-demographic households. Poor feeding practices were characterized by delayed initiation of breastfeeding (58%), sub-optimal exclusive breastfeeding (29%), discontinued breastfeeding (44%), early introduction of solid foods (41%), and low dietary diversity (97%). Significant differences in terms of child's age, monthly household income, and ever being breastfed were observed (Chi square test and univariate analysis). After controlling for potential confounders, stunting was significantly associated with child's age [12-23 months: AOR = 0.35, 95% CI: 0.16-0.76], and monthly household income [ZAR 3000-ZAR 5000: AOR = 0.47, 95% CI: 0.26-0.86]. Despite the few aforementioned socio-demographic and IYCF factors associated with stunting, this study reiterates stunting as the commonest poor nutritional status indicator among children under two years, suggesting the presence of chronic undernutrition in these poverty-stricken informal settlements. A multisectoral approach to address stunting should be context-specific and incorporate tailor-made interventions to promote optimal infant-feeding practices. Conducting future nutrient assessments focusing on children is imperative.
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- Zandile Kubeka
- Department of Public Health, School of Health Care Sciences, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, 1 Molotlegi Street, Ga-Rankuwa, Pretoria 0208, South Africa
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- Department of Public Health, School of Health Care Sciences, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, 1 Molotlegi Street, Ga-Rankuwa, Pretoria 0208, South Africa
- Non-Communicable Diseases Research Unit, South African Medical Research Council, Tygerberg, Cape Town 7505, South Africa
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Frumence G, Jin Y, Kasangala AA, Mang’enya MA, Bakar S, Ochieng B. A Qualitative Exploration on Perceived Socio-Cultural Factors Contributing to Undernutrition Among Under-Fives in the Southern Highlands of Tanzania. Int J Public Health 2023; 68:1605294. [PMID: 37546349 PMCID: PMC10400761 DOI: 10.3389/ijph.2023.1605294] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2022] [Accepted: 07/03/2023] [Indexed: 08/08/2023] Open
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Objective: Under nutrition especially among under-fives is a major public health challenge in Tanzania. However, the contribution of cultural practices to child under nutrition is often overlooked. This study aimed to explore the perceived socio-cultural factors contributing to the persisting under nutrition among under-fives in Tanzania. Methods: The study applied focus group discussion (FDGs) with forty practitioners to examine the sociocultural factors contributing to under nutrition during early childhood. The study participants were purposively selected and thematic analysis was used to identify themes within the data. Results: This study revealed that, under nutrition for under-fives is caused by a number of socio-cultural factors including existence of gender inequality related to dietary practices and qualities, women's excessive workload, patriarchy social-norm, excessive alcohol use and cultural taboos prohibiting women and girls from eating certain types of nutrient dense foods. Conclusion: The study highlights the multiplicity of factors including socio-cultural perspectives contributing to under nutrition among under-fives, and calls for a concerted efforts in developing and implementing issue-specific and culturally sensitive strategies towards elimination of child under nutrition.
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- Gasto Frumence
- Department of Development Studies, School of Public Health and Social Sciences, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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- Leicester School of Allied Health Sciences, De Montfort University, Leicester, United Kingdom
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- Department of Preventive Services, Health Promotion Section, Ministry of Health, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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- Department of Preventive Services, Health Promotion Section, Ministry of Health, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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- Department of Community Health, School of Public Health and Social Sciences, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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- Centre for Primary Care Research, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, De Montfort University, Leicester, United Kingdom
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Sokhela H, Govender L, Siwela M. Complementary Feeding Practices and Childhood Malnutrition in South Africa: The Potential of Moringa Oleifera Leaf Powder as a Fortificant: A Narrative Review. Nutrients 2023; 15:nu15082011. [PMID: 37111230 PMCID: PMC10145218 DOI: 10.3390/nu15082011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2023] [Revised: 04/15/2023] [Accepted: 04/18/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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Poor complementary feeding is a common practice in developing regions, including South Africa (SA), and is one of the main contributing factors to childhood malnutrition. This paper reviews the literature on complementary feeding practices in SA and the potential of fortifying home-prepared complementary foods with Moringa oleifera to improve their nutritional composition. Studies that investigated complementary feeding practices, indigenous crops, nutritional benefits of Moringa oleifera, and the use of MOLP as a fortificant both locally and globally were included in this review. In SA, maize meal and commercial cereal are the most commonly used complementary infant foods. The diet consumed by children from vulnerable households commonly has insufficient nutrients. Foods consumed are generally high in starch and low in other essential nutrients, including good-quality protein. Impoverished individuals consume poor-quality foods as they are unable to afford a diversified diet with food from different food groups, such as protein, fruits, and vegetables. In SA, various programs have been implemented to reduce the incidence of childhood malnutrition. However, childhood malnutrition remains on the rise. This shows a need for complementary food-based strategies that can be implemented and sustained at a household level. This can be conducted through the use of accessible indigenous crops such as Moringa oleifera. Moringa oleifera contains essential nutrients such as proteins, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. Therefore, it could possibly be used as a home-prepared complementary food fortificant to enhance nutritional composition. Before complementary foods can be fortified with Moringa oleifera, popular home-prepared complementary foods must be identified.
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- Hlengiwe Sokhela
- Dietetics and Human Nutrition, School of Agricultural, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Private Bag X01, Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg 3201, South Africa
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- Dietetics and Human Nutrition, School of Agricultural, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Private Bag X01, Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg 3201, South Africa
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- Dietetics and Human Nutrition, School of Agricultural, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Private Bag X01, Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg 3201, South Africa
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Kang Y, Heidkamp RA, Mako-Mushaninga K, Garg A, Matji JN, Nyawo M, Craig HC, Thorne-Lyman AL. Factors associated with diet diversity among infants and young children in the Eastern and Southern Africa region. MATERNAL & CHILD NUTRITION 2023:e13487. [PMID: 36924028 DOI: 10.1111/mcn.13487] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2022] [Revised: 01/23/2023] [Accepted: 01/24/2023] [Indexed: 03/18/2023]
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This study explores common factors associated with not meeting minimum dietary diversity (MDD) among 27,072 children aged 6-23 months in Eastern and Southern Africa using data from nine Demographic and Health Surveys from 2013 to 2016. MDD was defined as consumption of more than or equals to five of eight food groups including breast milk in the past 24 h. Equity gaps were calculated as the difference in MDD prevalence between the top and bottom wealth quintiles. Logistic regression was conducted to identify common factors for not meeting MDD at the household, maternal and child levels across two or more countries to inform regional policies to improve children's diets. Kenya had the highest MDD wealth equity gap (40.4 pts), and South Africa had the smallest (14.4 pts). Equity gaps for flesh foods or eggs (up to 39.8 pp) were larger than for grain or legumes (up to 20 pp). Common risk factors for not reaching MDD included younger child age (6-11 months) (n = 9 countries), no formal maternal occupation (n = 6), not receiving vitamin-A supplementation (n = 3), younger maternal age (n = 3), lower maternal education (n = 3), no media (n = 3) or newspaper (n = 3) exposure, lower household wealth quintile (n = 3), use of nonefficient cooking fuel (n = 2), longer time to get to the water source (n = 2), not listening to the radio (n = 2) and higher birth order (n = 2). Priorities for improving MDD in the region include introducing diverse foods at a young age from 6 months with early nutrition counselling, promoting higher maternal education, increasing food purchasing power and ensuring the support of younger mothers.
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- Yunhee Kang
- Department of International Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of International Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- UNICEF Program Division, New York City, New York, USA
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- UNICEF Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office, Nairobi, Kenya
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- UNICEF Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office, Nairobi, Kenya
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- Department of International Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of International Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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Maviso MK, Kaforau LM, Hastie C. Influence of grandmothers on breastfeeding practices in a rural community in Papua New Guinea: A critical discourse analysis of first-time mothers' perspectives. Women Birth 2023; 36:e263-e269. [PMID: 35963836 DOI: 10.1016/j.wombi.2022.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2021] [Revised: 08/01/2022] [Accepted: 08/01/2022] [Indexed: 10/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Almost all babies are breastfed in Papua New Guinea (PNG); yet appropriate breastfeeding practices are not always followed. AIM To explore the perspectives of first-time mothers in rural PNG on how the language and discourse of grandmothers about infant feeding influence their breastfeeding practices. METHODS A critical discourse analysis (CDA) approach was used to theoretically frame the analysis of twenty first-time mothers' narratives. FINDINGS Analysis revealed three themes: (i) prescribed knowledge repository, (ii) social control and dominance, and (iii) disapproval and role conflict, which provides an understanding of grandmothers' differing views and positions on infant feeding practices and their influence on breastfeeding. CONCLUSION This study shows that grandmothers remain influential in infant feeding practices in rural PNG. There appears to be a societal expectation that empowers grandmothers in the maternal decision-making processes regarding breastfeeding practice. Grandmothers' influence includes the early introduction of complementary foods to infants less than six months old. Interventions aimed at promoting, protecting, and supporting breastfeeding need to include grandmothers.
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- McKenzie Ken Maviso
- Division of Public Health, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Papua New Guinea, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.
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- School of Foundation Studies, Pacific TAFE Science Technology & Environment, University of South Pacific, Honiara Campus, Solomon Islands
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Griffith University, Gold Coast Campus, Parklands Drive, Southport, Queensland 4222, Australia
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Khademi K, Kaveh MH, Ghahremani L, Nazari M, Karimi M. The impact of family social support on postpartum quality of life among Iranian women: structural equation modelling. J Int Med Res 2023; 51:3000605221147198. [PMID: 36823987 PMCID: PMC9969449 DOI: 10.1177/03000605221147198] [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] [Indexed: 02/25/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To assess the impact of family social support (FSS) on postpartum quality of life (PQOL). METHODS This analytical cross-sectional study enrolled postpartum women and asked them to complete the PQOL and FSS questionnaire (FSSQ) between October 2021 and February 2022 in three urban health centres in Shiraz, Iran. Pearson correlation coefficient analysis and multiple regression were used to determine the relationship between the FSS and PQOL variables. Structural equation modelling was used to determine the relationship pathways of the impact of FSS on PQOL. RESULTS A total of 240 women were enrolled in the study. The mean ± SD scores of PQOL and FSSQ were 61.63 ± 9.59 and 69.80 ± 11.19, respectively. Family support seeking (7.95) and emotional support seeking (-6.80) were two factors affecting PQOL. CONCLUSION Women should be empowered to seek support through education and actions from health workers, especially nurses and midwives, during routine regular prenatal care.
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- Khadijeh Khademi
- Student Research Committee, Department of Health Promotion,
School of Health, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Research Centre for Health Sciences, Department of Health
Promotion, School of Health, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz,
Iran,Mohammad Hossein Kaveh, Research Centre for
Health Sciences, Department of Health Promotion, Institute of Health, School of
Health, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, 1 Razi Boulevard, Shiraz, Fars
Province 71536-75541, Iran.
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- Department of Health Promotion, School of Health, Shiraz
University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Health Promotion, School of Health, Shiraz
University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Health Promotion, School of Health, Shiraz
University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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Seeking Sweetness: A Systematic Scoping Review of Factors Influencing Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Consumption in Remote Indigenous Communities Worldwide. BEVERAGES 2023. [DOI: 10.3390/beverages9010011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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It is well-established that remote Indigenous communities have higher rates of sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) consumption than non-Indigenous counterparts, which results in higher rates of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), obesity, and kidney disease. The aetiology leading to this behaviour remains understudied and overlooked. Therefore, the aim of this literature review is to understand the underpinning factors that contribute to SSB consumption in remote Indigenous communities. Studies were identified through five databases (n = 2529) and grey literature searching (n = 54). Following the PRISMA guidelines, each paper was assessed for eligibility, which left 34 studies for inclusion in the review. Within these papers, 37 different factors were found to influence SSB consumption in remote Indigenous communities. These were organised according to the Determinants of Nutrition and Eating (DONE) framework. SSB consumption was found to influence intake through each main level of the framework; individual (n = 9), interpersonal (n = 18), environmental (n = 9), and policy (n = 3). Preference was identified to be the most common factor to influence intake (n = 19), followed by health literacy (n = 15) and community availability (n = 12). Despite this, interventions to reduce SSB intake have never targeted this factor. This paper highlights the importance of a multi-level whole-of-system approach and suggests that an individual’s taste/preference should shape the direction of future research and intervention in this area.
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Modjadji P, Madiba S. The Multidimension of Malnutrition among School Children in a Rural Area, South Africa: A Mixed Methods Approach. Nutrients 2022; 14:nu14235015. [PMID: 36501045 PMCID: PMC9741400 DOI: 10.3390/nu14235015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2022] [Revised: 11/20/2022] [Accepted: 11/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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To address childhood malnutrition, the use of multifaceted methodologies, such as mixed methods research, is required to inform effective and contextual interventions. However, this remains limited in studying malnutrition among school children in a South African context, notwithstanding its persistence. We adopted a convergent parallel mixed methods design to best understand the magnitude of malnutrition through multilevel influences in a rural area. A quantitative survey determined the magnitude of malnutrition and associated factors among school children and their mothers (n = 508), parallel to a qualitative study, which explored mothers' insights into the influences of child growth and nutrition in interviews using seven focus group discussions. Mixed methods integration was achieved through convergence of the quantitative constructs developed from measured variables for malnutrition and related factors with ten emergent qualitative themes using a joint display analysis to compare the findings and generate meta-inferences. Qualitative themes on food unavailability and affordability, poor feeding beliefs and practices, and decision to purchase foods were consistent with the quantified poor socio-demographic status of mothers. Furthermore, the qualitative data explained the high prevalence of undernutrition among children but did not corroborate the high estimated households' food security in the quantitative survey. The misperceptions of mothers on child growth agreed with limited food knowledge as well as lack of knowledge on child growth gathered during the survey. Moreover, mothers believed that their children were growing well despite the high presence of childhood undernutrition. Mothers further overrated the effectiveness of school feeding programmes in providing healthy food to children as compared to their household food. They reported high incidence of food allergies, diarrhea, and vomiting caused by food consumed at school which resulted in children not eating certain foods. This might have impacted on the nutritional status of children since mothers depended on the school feeding program to provide food for their children. The ambiguity of cultural influences in relation to child growth was evident and substantiated during qualitative interview. Mixed methods integration offered a better understanding of malnutrition from empirical findings on interrelated factors at child, maternal, household, and school levels. This study points to a need for multilevel, informed, and contextual multidimensional interventions to contribute towards addressing childhood malnutrition in South Africa.
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- Perpetua Modjadji
- Department of Public Health, School of Health Care Sciences, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, Ga-Rankuwa MEDUNSA, P.O. Box 215, Pretoria 0204, South Africa
- Non-Communicable Diseases Research Unit, South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC), Cape Town 7505, South Africa
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Public Health, School of Health Care Sciences, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, Ga-Rankuwa MEDUNSA, P.O. Box 215, Pretoria 0204, South Africa
- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Limpopo, Polokwane 0700, South Africa
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Is Responsive Feeding Difficult? A Case Study in Teso South Sub-County, Kenya. Nutrients 2022; 14:nu14214677. [DOI: 10.3390/nu14214677] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2022] [Revised: 10/30/2022] [Accepted: 11/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Responsive infant and young child feeding as a reciprocal relationship between the child and his or her caregiver is recommended by the WHO but has received less attention than dietary diversity or meal frequency up to now. The current study assessed common (non)responsive child feeding practices and factors that facilitate or hinder caregivers to improve feeding practices in rural Teso South Sub-County, Western Kenya. The qualitative study used focus group discussion (n = 93) and Trials of Improved Practices (TIPs) (n = 48) to identify challenges and opportunities in household food distribution and feeding practices. Overall, the implementation of responsive feeding practices was feasible for the caregivers. Parents reported mainly positive experiences in terms of the child’s feeding behavior and effects on child health. Traditional beliefs, practices, and cultural norms hindered some households to change intrahousehold food distribution. Households who manage to implement responsive feeding even in food insecure regions should be consulted to (a) improve existing nutrition education messages that acknowledge these cultural norms, (b) to include more responsive feeding information in nutrition education material, and (c) to address gender norms to create awareness of the importance of responsive feeding practices and the need for adequate time allocation for infant and young child feeding.
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Nieri T, Zimmer A, Vaca JM, Tovar A, Cheney A. A Systematic Review of Research on Non-Maternal Caregivers' Feeding of Children 0-3 Years. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:14463. [PMID: 36361342 PMCID: PMC9658782 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192114463] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2022] [Revised: 10/29/2022] [Accepted: 11/01/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Although people other than mothers participate in feeding, few interventions include non-maternal caregivers, especially those promoting healthy development among children aged 0-3 years. Understanding the role and influence of non-maternal caregivers is essential for the development and effectiveness of early childhood feeding interventions; yet, no reviews have examined non-maternal caregivers of children aged 0-3 years. This study assessed what is known about non-maternal caregivers' feeding of children aged 0-3. We systematically reviewed 38 empirical quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods studies, cataloged in PubMed and Web of Science and published between 1/2000-6/2021. The studies showed that non-maternal caregivers engage in child feeding and their attitudes and behaviors affect child outcomes. Like mothers, non-maternal caregivers vary in the extent to which their knowledge and attitudes support recommended feeding practices and the extent to which they exhibit responsive feeding styles and practices. Children of broad ages were included in the studies; future research should include infant/toddler-only samples to allow for better assessment of age-specific feeding constructs. The studies also revealed issues specific to non-maternal caregivers that are unlikely to be addressed in interventions developed for mothers. Thus, the review highlighted features of non-maternal caregiving of children 0-3 years that could be addressed to support feeding and child outcomes.
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- Tanya Nieri
- Department of Sociology, University of California Riverside, Riverside, CA 92521, USA
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- Center for Health Disparities Research, School of Medicine, University of California Riverside, Riverside, CA 92521, USA
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- Department of Justice Studies, San Jose State University, San Jose, CA 95192, USA
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- Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences, Brown University, Providence, RI 02912, USA
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- Department of Social Medicine, Population and Public Health, School of Medicine, University of California Riverside, Riverside, CA 92521, USA
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Nurokhmah S, Middleton L, Hendarto A. Prevalence and Predictors of Complementary Feeding Practices Among Children Aged 6-23 Months in Indonesia. J Prev Med Public Health 2022; 55:549-558. [PMID: 36475320 DOI: 10.3961/jpmph.22.199] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2022] [Accepted: 09/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Poor complementary feeding practices have consistently contributed to the burden of child undernutrition in Indonesia. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence and predictors of the time of the introduction of solid, semi-solid, and soft foods (ISSSF), minimum dietary diversity (MDD), minimum meal frequency (MMF), and minimum acceptable diet (MAD). METHODS We analyzed 4804 last-born infants aged 6-23 months from the 2017 Indonesia Demographic and Health Survey, which employed multistage cluster random sampling. The outcomes were calculated based on the 2021 World Health Organization/United Nations Children's Fund guidelines. The predictors of the 4 complementary feeding indicators were assessed using multivariate Poisson regression with robust variance adjusting for potential confounders and study design. RESULTS The prevalence of ISSSF, MDD, MMF, and MAD was 86.1%, 54.3%, 71.8%, and 37.6%, respectively, with younger children less likely to meet 3 out of the 4 outcomes. Parental education, the presence of a birth attendant, and maternal media consumption were among the predictors of MDD and MAD. Children from families with higher income were more likely to meet MDD than those from low-income households (adjusted prevalence ratio [aPR], 1.16; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.05 to 1.28). Living in an urban area was positively associated with MMF (aPR, 1.09; 95% CI, 1.04 to 1.15) and MAD (aPR, 1.12; 95% CI 1.02 to 1.24). In eastern regions, the prevalence of children achieving MDD and MAD was lower than in those living in Java and Bali. CONCLUSIONS It is crucial that more attention and efforts are made to improve the recommended practices throughout Indonesia, since the prevalence of adequate complementary feeding practices remains low.
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- Siti Nurokhmah
- Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia.,Department of Nutrition Science, Faculty of Health Science, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta, Surakarta, Indonesia
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- Research Institute for the Environment and Livelihoods, Charles Darwin University, Ellengowan Drive, Australia
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- Department of Child Health, Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo National Central Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia
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Part C, Filippi V, Cresswell JA, Ganaba R, Hajat S, Nakstad B, Roos N, Kadio K, Chersich M, Lusambili A, Kouanda S, Kovats S. How do high ambient temperatures affect infant feeding practices? A prospective cohort study of postpartum women in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e061297. [PMID: 36198451 PMCID: PMC9535177 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-061297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To examine the effects of high ambient temperature on infant feeding practices and childcare. DESIGN Secondary analysis of quantitative data from a prospective cohort study. SETTING Community-based interviews in the commune of Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso. Exclusive breastfeeding is not widely practised in Burkina Faso. PARTICIPANTS 866 women (1:1 urban:rural) were interviewed over 12 months. Participants were interviewed at three time points: cohort entry (when between 20 weeks' gestation and 22 weeks' postpartum), three and nine months thereafter. Retention at nine-month follow-up was 90%. Our secondary analysis focused on postpartum women (n=857). EXPOSURE Daily mean temperature (°C) measured at one weather station in Bobo-Dioulasso. Meteorological data were obtained from publicly available archives (TuTiempo.net). PRIMARY OUTCOME MEASURES Self-reported time spent breastfeeding (minutes/day), exclusive breastfeeding of infants under 6 months (no fluids other than breast milk provided in past 24 hours), supplementary feeding of infants aged 6-12 months (any fluid other than breast milk provided in past 24 hours), time spent caring for children (minutes/day). RESULTS The population experienced year-round high temperatures (daily mean temperature range=22.6°C-33.7°C). Breastfeeding decreased by 2.3 minutes/day (95% CI -4.6 to 0.04, p=0.05), and childcare increased by 0.6 minutes/day (0.06 to 1.2, p=0.03), per 1°C increase in same-day mean temperature. Temperature interacted with infant age to affect breastfeeding duration (p=0.02), with a stronger (negative) association between temperature and breastfeeding as infants aged (0-57 weeks). Odds of exclusive breastfeeding very young infants (0-3 months) tended to decrease as temperature increased (OR=0.88, 0.75 to 1.02, p=0.09). There was no association between temperature and exclusive breastfeeding at 3-6 months or supplementary feeding (6-12 months). CONCLUSIONS Women spent considerably less time breastfeeding (~25 minutes/day) during the hottest, compared with coolest, times of the year. Climate change adaptation plans for health should include advice to breastfeeding mothers during periods of high temperature.
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- Chérie Part
- Department of Public Health, Environments and Society, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Department of Infectious Disease Epidemiology, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Department of Infectious Disease Epidemiology, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Agence de Formation de Recherche et d'Expertise en Santé pour l'Afrique (AFRICSanté), Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
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- Department of Public Health, Environments and Society, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Division of Child and Adolescent Health, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
- Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Health, University of Botswana, Gaborone, Botswana
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- Department of Medicine, Clinical Epidemiology Division, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Departement Biomédical et Santé Publique, Institut de Recherche en Sciences de la Santé, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
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- Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Department of Population Health, Medical College, Aga Khan University, Nairobi, Kenya
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- Departement Biomédical et Santé Publique, Institut de Recherche en Sciences de la Santé, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
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- Department of Public Health, Environments and Society, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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The Household Food Security and Feeding Pattern of Preschool Children in North-Central Nigeria. Nutrients 2022; 14:nu14194112. [PMID: 36235764 PMCID: PMC9572999 DOI: 10.3390/nu14194112] [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: 07/30/2022] [Revised: 09/17/2022] [Accepted: 09/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Children’s feeding patterns and health outcomes are important determinants of any country’s food and nutrition security status. This study assessed the household food security and feeding patterns of preschoolers in Niger State, Nigeria. A cross-sectional descriptive design and a multi-stage sampling technique were employed to analyze 450 preschool children from selected local government areas. Household food security was measured using the HFIAS nine-item questionnaire, and feeding patterns were evaluated using the qualitative food frequency questionnaire (FFQ). The mean age of the preschoolers was 3.71 ± 0.80 years. A majority (61.30%) of the children consumed cereal-based products, while fruits and vegetables were the least consumed (16.40%). More than half (59.80%) of the preschoolers met their minimum dietary diversity. Almost all (98.80%) of the children were from food-insecure households, with 40.3% being severely food insecure. Parity, religion, and having a breadwinner and source of potable water were significantly associated with the adequacy of minimum dietary diversity (MDD) among the preschoolers (F value = 5.528, p ≤ 0.05). The contribution of poor feeding patterns and household food insecurity to the overall health outcome of preschoolers cannot be overlooked. Hence, nations must prioritize improving the availability, accessibility, and utilization of food to better meet the nutritional needs of preschool children.
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Retail Cost and Energy Adjusted Cost Are Associated with Dietary Diversity and Nutrient Adequacy for Diets of 6–24 Months Children. Nutrients 2022; 14:nu14163376. [PMID: 36014881 PMCID: PMC9415705 DOI: 10.3390/nu14163376] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2022] [Revised: 07/25/2022] [Accepted: 07/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Poor nutrition during the first two years of life has long term consequences, but resource-poor households often do not have the means to access nutrient-dense and diverse diets. Pooled data of 24-h dietary recalls (n = 3336) and 2019 retail food prices were analyzed to determine associations of retail cost and energy cost (per 100 kcal) with diet quality indicators for diets of 6–24-month-old South African children who were breastfed (BF-diet) and not breastfed (NBF-diet) during the 24-h recall period. Compared to the BF-diet, retail cost for the NBF-diet was three times higher for age 6–11 months, and double for age 12–17 months. Higher retail cost and energy cost were both associated with higher mean adequacy ratios and dietary diversity scores for BF and NBF diets, except energy cost for the NBF-diet for age 6–11 months. Overall, inclusion of flesh foods, vitamin A-rich fruits and vegetables, and other fruit and vegetables increased from the lowest to the highest retail cost tertile. The higher cost of more nutritious diets highlights the importance of the affordability of diets in interventions aimed at improving diet quality. Possible strategies include: identifying the most-affordable foods within each food group, focusing on foods that provide multiple key micronutrients, and the inclusion of locally available indigenous foods.
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Mphasha MH, Mokubela G, Ramokotedi T, Kgari T. Exploratory study on factors influencing the introduction of complementary feeding amongst caregivers of children between 6 and 24 months of age in Polokwane, Limpopo province. S Afr Fam Pract (2004) 2022. [DOI: 10.4102/safp.v64i1.5522] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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Bottemanne H, Charron M, Joly L. [Perinatal beliefs: Neurocognitive mechanisms and cultural specificities]. GYNECOLOGIE, OBSTETRIQUE, FERTILITE & SENOLOGIE 2022; 50:542-552. [PMID: 35288367 DOI: 10.1016/j.gofs.2022.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2021] [Revised: 03/05/2022] [Accepted: 03/06/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Perinatal beliefs contribute to the experience of pregnancy and the process of parenthood. Many of these perinatal beliefs have been perpetuated and evolved over time and throughout the world, exerting their influence on the behavior of pregnant women in interaction with medical recommendations. These beliefs generally offer explanations for gravidic and puerperal phenomena, helping to reduce the uncertainty of parents faced with the biological, psychological and social transitions of pregnancy. But certain beliefs can also be harmful, and alter the maternal experience of pregnancy and postpartum. In this paper, we provide an overview of the beliefs associated with the perinatal period. We successively detail the beliefs concerning fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum, specifying the cultural beliefs from other cultures interacting with medical recommendations. Finally, we propose a neurocognitive model of perinatal beliefs generation, and we show the need to know these beliefs to improve care in midwifery, obstetrics, and fetal medicine.
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- Hugo Bottemanne
- Department of Psychiatry, Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital, DMU Neurosciences, Sorbonne University/Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris (AP-HP), Paris, France; Paris Brain Institute - Institut du Cerveau (ICM), UMR 7225/UMRS 1127, Sorbonne University/CNRS/INSERM, Paris, France; Sorbonne University, Department of Philosophy, SND Research Unit, UMR 8011, CNRS, Paris, France.
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- Department of Psychiatry, Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital, DMU Neurosciences, Sorbonne University/Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris (AP-HP), Paris, France
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- Department of Psychiatry, Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital, DMU Neurosciences, Sorbonne University/Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris (AP-HP), Paris, France
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Mabele OM, Benedict MOA, Steinberg WJ, Reji E, Van Rooyen C, Adefuye AO. Knowledge, attitudes and practices of men in a South African rural community in relation to exclusive breastfeeding. S Afr Fam Pract (2004) 2022; 64:e1-e8. [PMID: 35144460 PMCID: PMC8905419 DOI: 10.4102/safp.v64i1.5366] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2021] [Revised: 10/18/2021] [Accepted: 11/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Background Several lifelong maternal, child and societal health benefits have been associated with exclusive breastfeeding (EBF). However, despite all the potential advantages, EBF rates have been consistently low in developing countries, including South Africa. It has been suggested that the knowledge, attitudes and practices of male partners in relation to EBF are amongst the important factors that contribute to the success of EBF practices. Hence, the aim of this study was to determine the knowledge, attitudes and practices of men in Botshabelo, Free State province, South Africa, regarding EBF. Methods This study was designed as a cross-sectional analytical study that utilised a structured questionnaire administered to 200 adult men attending the outpatient department of a district hospital, in the Free State province, South Africa. Results The majority (n = 83; 41.5%) of participants had poor knowledge of EBF but reported positive attitudes (n = 153, 76.5%) and good practices (n = 151, 75.5%) towards EBF, respectively. Age, levels of education, employment status, marital status and whether the participant accompanied his partner to the antenatal clinic were associated with adequate knowledge, positive attitudes and good practices in relation to EBF (p < 0.05). Conclusion The study revealed a suboptimal level of knowledge on EBF in men in Botshabelo. Most men had positive attitudes and reported good practices in relation to EBF. Our findings highlight the need for targeted community-based intervention programmes directed to educating and promoting positive social and cultural change in relation to EBF amongst men in Botshabelo.
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- Oscar M Mabele
- Department of Family Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Free State, Bloemfontein.
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Nepfumbada G, Dzinamarira T, Mashamba-Thompson TP. Development of an acceptable indigenous food diet for Pedi children under five years in early childhood development centers in rural Limpopo, South Africa. Arch Public Health 2021; 79:217. [PMID: 34844652 PMCID: PMC8630854 DOI: 10.1186/s13690-021-00743-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2021] [Accepted: 11/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The use of indigenous food (IF) such as green leafy vegetables and fruits in rural communities has been the primary source of their diet despite being replaced by food high in sugar and fats. South Africans are over-reliant on maize and should diversify their diets to include more indigenous fruits and vegetables to improve nutrition. Early Childhood Development (ECD) centers positively influence healthy eating among children under five years. This study aimed for ECD stakeholders to co-create an IF diet for children under five in ECD centers. METHOD A sequential explanatory mixed-method design was employed. We conducted focus group discussions with stakeholders using the community-based participatory research (CBPR) approach and the nominal group technique ranking method to develop children's acceptable indigenous food diet. Data were analyzed using both qualitative and quantitative methods. We employed a thematic approach to analyze data using a Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (intervention characteristics, inner setting, outer setting, individuals involved in implementation, and the implementation process. We used statistical analysis to analyze quantitative data collected through surveys. RESULTS Participants developed an IF diet. Participants were six ECD stakeholders (ECD managers, social workers, and dieticians) aged 34-52. Participants identified and voted for Ditokomane, Oranges, Mabele soft porridge, Dithotse, and Dinawa as components of an IF that are suitable and acceptable for children under five years as an IF diet appropriate and adequate for children under five years ECD centers will implement. CONCLUSION Implementation of the developed IF diet can be considered an intervention towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 2 to end hunger, achieve food security and improve nutrition and sustainable agriculture. The study suggests that the IF diet could scale up the use of IF to fulfill dietary requirements for children under five years and preserve indigenous knowledge.
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- Gundo Nepfumbada
- University of KwaZulu-Natal - Howard College Campus, Durban, South Africa.
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Faber M, de Villiers A. Field-testing of food-based dietary guidelines. SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NUTRITION 2021. [DOI: 10.1080/16070658.2021.2004690] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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- Mieke Faber
- Non-Communicable Diseases Research Unit, South African Medical Research Council, Tygerberg, South Africa
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- Non-Communicable Diseases Research Unit, South African Medical Research Council, Tygerberg, South Africa
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Scarpa G, Berrang-Ford L, Twesigomwe S, Kakwangire P, Peters R, Zavaleta-Cortijo C, Patterson K, Namanya DB, Lwasa S, Nowembabazi E, Kesande C, Harris-Fry H, Cade JE. A Community-Based Approach to Integrating Socio, Cultural and Environmental Contexts in the Development of a Food Database for Indigenous and Rural Populations: The Case of the Batwa and Bakiga in South-Western Uganda. Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13103503. [PMID: 34684504 PMCID: PMC8537349 DOI: 10.3390/nu13103503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2021] [Revised: 09/24/2021] [Accepted: 09/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Comprehensive food lists and databases are a critical input for programs aiming to alleviate undernutrition. However, standard methods for developing them may produce databases that are irrelevant for marginalised groups where nutritional needs are highest. Our study provides a method for identifying critical contextual information required to build relevant food lists for Indigenous populations. For our study, we used mixed-methods study design with a community-based approach. Between July and October 2019, we interviewed 74 participants among Batwa and Bakiga communities in south-western Uganda. We conducted focus groups discussions (FGDs), individual dietary surveys and markets and shops assessment. Locally validated information on foods consumed among Indigenous populations can provide results that differ from foods listed in the national food composition tables; in fact, the construction of food lists is influenced by multiple factors such as food culture and meaning of food, environmental changes, dietary transition, and social context. Without using a community-based approach to understanding socio-environmental contexts, we would have missed 33 commonly consumed recipes and foods, and we would not have known the variety of ingredients’ quantity in each recipe, and traditional foraged foods. The food culture, food systems and nutrition of Indigenous and vulnerable communities are unique, and need to be considered when developing food lists.
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- Giulia Scarpa
- School of Environment, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, UK;
- School of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, UK;
- Correspondence: ; +44-74-15966075
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- School of Environment, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, UK;
- Indigenous Health Adaptation to Climate Change Research Team, Kanungu District, Buhoma, Uganda; (S.T.); (P.K.); (D.B.N.); (S.L.); (E.N.); (C.K.)
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- Indigenous Health Adaptation to Climate Change Research Team, Kanungu District, Buhoma, Uganda; (S.T.); (P.K.); (D.B.N.); (S.L.); (E.N.); (C.K.)
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- Indigenous Health Adaptation to Climate Change Research Team, Kanungu District, Buhoma, Uganda; (S.T.); (P.K.); (D.B.N.); (S.L.); (E.N.); (C.K.)
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- School for Policy Studies, University of Bristol, Bristol BS8 1TH, UK;
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- Facultad de Salud Publica y Administracion, Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, San Martín de Porres 15102, Peru;
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- Department of Population Medicine, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON N1G 2W1, Canada;
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- Indigenous Health Adaptation to Climate Change Research Team, Kanungu District, Buhoma, Uganda; (S.T.); (P.K.); (D.B.N.); (S.L.); (E.N.); (C.K.)
- Ministry of Health, Lourdel Road, Nakasero P.O. Box 7272, Uganda
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- Indigenous Health Adaptation to Climate Change Research Team, Kanungu District, Buhoma, Uganda; (S.T.); (P.K.); (D.B.N.); (S.L.); (E.N.); (C.K.)
- Department of Geography, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
- The Global Center on Adaptation, 3072 Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Indigenous Health Adaptation to Climate Change Research Team, Kanungu District, Buhoma, Uganda; (S.T.); (P.K.); (D.B.N.); (S.L.); (E.N.); (C.K.)
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- Indigenous Health Adaptation to Climate Change Research Team, Kanungu District, Buhoma, Uganda; (S.T.); (P.K.); (D.B.N.); (S.L.); (E.N.); (C.K.)
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- Department of Population Health, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, Keppel St, London WC1E 7HT, UK;
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- School of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, UK;
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Parental considerations during complementary feeding in higher income countries: a systematic review of qualitative evidence. Public Health Nutr 2021; 24:2834-2847. [PMID: 33877043 PMCID: PMC9884778 DOI: 10.1017/s1368980021001749] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Worldwide data suggest a clash between parental complementary feeding practices and recommendations. Understanding the circumstances under which parents form their feeding practices is a crucial step to improve such practices. This paper aimed to systematically review the existing qualitative literature and synthesise the factors that parents take into consideration in relation to complementary feeding. DESIGN A systematic review was undertaken. Four electronic databases were searched for qualitative studies published after 2001 exploring parental experiences during complementary feeding. A framework that included authors' outcomes of interest was used to extract and synthesise study findings. The Standards for Reporting Qualitative Research were used to critically assess the included studies. SETTING Upper-middle- and high-income countries. PARTICIPANTS Parents with a child below the age of 3 years. RESULTS A total of forty-seven studies met the eligibility criteria and were included in this systematic review. The themes were organised into three main categories: (1) factors related to introduction of complementary foods; (2) factors related to the type of complementary foods and (3) factors related to both timing and type. The selected literature highlights: prevalent baby cues that prompt parents to introduce solid foods; parents' views on the recommended timing of complementary feeding; factors that drive the choice of complementary foods and perceived value in advice received from health professionals and grandmothers. CONCLUSIONS This systematic review indicates factors that can be barriers to complying with the complementary feeding guidelines, and therefore, its findings are pertinent to improving parental feeding practices through intervention studies and through infant feeding education in a primary care setting.
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Concha N, Jovchelovitch S. Grandmothers: Central scaffolding sources impacting maternal and infant feeding practices in Colombia. MATERNAL & CHILD NUTRITION 2021; 17 Suppl 1:e13162. [PMID: 34241952 PMCID: PMC8269147 DOI: 10.1111/mcn.13162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2020] [Revised: 01/29/2021] [Accepted: 02/01/2021] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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A growing body of evidence highlights that maternal and child nutrition programmes need to extend beyond the mother-child dyad by adopting a family systems approach, particularly in the Global South. Guided by a sociocultural and community psychology understanding of health, the paper explores factors identifying grandmothers as central resources for nutrition programmes. The study was conducted in a Colombian urban periphery applying a qualitative longitudinal design (prenatal and postpartum). It is based on interviews with adolescent mothers and mothers in their 20s (n = 35 at T1; n = 21 at T2), grandmothers (n = 15 at T1; n = 12 at T2) and community/public stakeholders (n = 17). Many of the participants live in low-income households headed by grandmothers, who adjust feeding practices to the extent of their economic capacity. Findings reveal grandmothers play a central role in decision-making and in enabling a holistic support system for the dyad. This is defined as grandmothers' scaffolding; it covers nutrition advice, breastfeeding and infant feeding, cultural practices, caregiving and maternal mental health. The study helps build the evidence-base for the transferability of a family systems approach to Global South regions by using sociocultural and community psychology concepts to fortify the rationale for including grandmothers in maternal and child nutrition programmes. It argues for the need to continue raising the visibility of key actors like grandmothers and for nutrition programmes to align themselves more flexibly with the needs of families experiencing poverty.
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- Natalia Concha
- Department of Psychological and Behavioural ScienceThe London School of Economics and Political ScienceLondonUK
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- Department of Psychological and Behavioural ScienceThe London School of Economics and Political ScienceLondonUK
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Vitalis D, Vilar-Compte M, Nyhan K, Pérez-Escamilla R. Breastfeeding inequities in South Africa: Can enforcement of the WHO Code help address them? - A systematic scoping review. Int J Equity Health 2021; 20:114. [PMID: 33947401 PMCID: PMC8097970 DOI: 10.1186/s12939-021-01441-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2020] [Accepted: 04/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Suboptimal breastfeeding rates in South Africa have been attributed to the relatively easy access that women and families have had to infant formula, in part as a result of programs to prevent maternal-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV. This policy may have had an undesirable spill-over effect on HIV-negative women as well. Thus, the aims of this scoping review were to: (a) describe EBF practices in South Africa, (b) determine how EBF has been affected by the WHO HIV infant feeding policies followed since 2006, and (c) assess if the renewed interest in The Code has had any impact on breastfeeding practices in South Africa. METHODS We applied the Joanna Briggs Institute guidelines for scoping reviews and reported our work in compliance with the PRISMA Extension (PRISMA-ScR). Twelve databases and platforms were searched. We included all study designs (no language restrictions) from South Africa published between 2006 and 2020. Eligible participants were women in South Africa who delivered a healthy live newborn who was between birth and 24 months of age at the time of study, and with known infant feeding practices. RESULTS A total of 5431 citations were retrieved. Duplicates were removed in EndNote and by Covidence. Of the 1588 unique records processed in Covidence, 179 records met the criteria for full-text screening and 83 were included in the review. It was common for HIV-positive women who initiated breastfeeding to stop doing so prior to 6 months after birth (1-3 months). EBF rates rapidly declined after birth. School and work commitments were also reasons for discontinuation of EBF. HIV-positive women expressed fear of HIV MTCT transmission as a reason for not breastfeeding. CONCLUSION The Review found that while enforcing the most recent WHO HIV infant feeding guidelines and the WHO Code may be necessary to improve breastfeeding outcomes in South Africa, they may not be sufficient because there are additional barriers that impact breastfeeding outcomes. Mixed-methods research, including in-depth interviews with key informants representing different government sectors and civil society is needed to prioritize actions and strategies to improve breastfeeding outcomes in South Africa.
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- Debbie Vitalis
- Yale University School of Public Health, New Haven, CT, 06510, USA.
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- Yale University, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library, 333 Cedar St., New Haven, CT, 06510, USA
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Gatica-Domínguez G, Neves PAR, Barros AJD, Victora CG. Complementary Feeding Practices in 80 Low- and Middle-Income Countries: Prevalence of and Socioeconomic Inequalities in Dietary Diversity, Meal Frequency, and Dietary Adequacy. J Nutr 2021; 151:1956-1964. [PMID: 33847352 PMCID: PMC8245881 DOI: 10.1093/jn/nxab088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2020] [Revised: 02/02/2021] [Accepted: 03/09/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Adequate complementary feeding practices in early childhood contribute to better food preferences and health outcomes throughout the life course. OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to describe patterns and socioeconomic inequalities in complementary feeding practices among children aged 6-23 mo in 80 low- and middle-income countries. METHODS We analyzed national surveys carried out since 2010. Complementary feeding indicators for children aged 6-23 mo included minimum dietary diversity (MDD), minimum meal frequency (MMF), and minimum acceptable diet (MAD). Between- and within-country inequalities were documented using relative (wealth deciles), gross domestic product (GDP) per capita, and absolute (estimated household income) socioeconomic indicators. Statistical analyses included calculation of the slope index of inequality, Pearson correlation and linear regression, and scatter diagrams. RESULTS Only 21.3%, 56.2%, and 10.1% of the 80 countries showed prevalence levels >50% for MDD, MMF, and MAD, respectively. Western & Central Africa showed the lowest prevalence for all indicators, whereas the highest for MDD and MAD was Latin America & Caribbean, and for MMF it was East Asia & the Pacific. Log GDP per capita was positively associated with MDD (R2 = 48.5%), MMF (28.2%), and MAD (41.4%). Pro-rich within-country inequalities were observed in most countries for the 3 indicators; pro-poor inequalities were observed in 2 countries for MMF, and in none for the other 2 indicators. Breast milk was the only type of food with a pro-poor distribution, whereas animal-source foods (dairy products, flesh foods, and eggs) showed the most pronounced pro-rich inequality. Dietary diversity improved sharply when absolute annual household incomes exceeded ∼US$20,000. All 3 dietary indicators improved by age and no consistent differences were observed between boys and girls. CONCLUSIONS Monitoring complementary feeding indicators across the world and implementing policies and programs to reduce wealth-related inequalities are essential to achieve optimal child nutrition.
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- International Center for Equity in Health, Post-graduate Program in Epidemiology, Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, RS, Brazil
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- International Center for Equity in Health, Post-graduate Program in Epidemiology, Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, RS, Brazil
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- International Center for Equity in Health, Post-graduate Program in Epidemiology, Federal University of Pelotas, Pelotas, RS, Brazil
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Erzse A, Goldstein S, Tugendhaft A, Norris SA, Barker M, Hofman KJ. The roles of men and women in maternal and child nutrition in urban South Africa: A qualitative secondary analysis. MATERNAL AND CHILD NUTRITION 2021; 17:e13161. [PMID: 33689226 PMCID: PMC8189191 DOI: 10.1111/mcn.13161] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2020] [Revised: 01/25/2021] [Accepted: 02/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Industrialization and urbanization processes have challenged deeply held traditional gender norms and facilitated the emergence of modern ideologies in South Africa. This paper seeks to explore the gendered roles of family members on maternal and child nutrition and investigate indications of perceived change in related practices. A qualitative secondary analysis was conducted of data from nine focus group discussions (FGDs) held with men (n = 3) and women (n = 6) aged ≥18. Data from the FGD were coded and thematic analysis conducted. We found that elderly women seem to have a central advisory role with respect to maternal and child nutrition and that men and elderly women upheld patriarchal gender divisions of labour, which entrust mothers with the primarily responsibility for young children's nutrition. Young mothers relied on elderly women for provision of childcare and nutritious foods for children; however, they demonstrated some resistance to traditionally feminized forms of food preparation. We found that men's involvement in children's nutrition was limited, though they expressed a preference to be more involved in maternal and child nutrition and care practices. A gender transformative approach to policy development, which includes elderly women and men, has the potential to promote more gender‐equitable nutrition practices, increase young women's self‐efficacy and support them to overcome barriers that could be limiting their decision making power in achieving optimal nutrition for themselves and their children.
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- Agnes Erzse
- SAMRC/Centre for Health Economics and Decision Science, PRICELESS, School of Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- SAMRC/Centre for Health Economics and Decision Science, PRICELESS, School of Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- SAMRC/Centre for Health Economics and Decision Science, PRICELESS, School of Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- SAMRC Developmental Pathways for Health Research Unit, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa.,School of Human Development and Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK
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- MRC Lifecourse Epidemiology Unit, University of Southampton and NIHR Southampton Biomedical Research Centre, University Hospitals Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Southampton, UK
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- SAMRC/Centre for Health Economics and Decision Science, PRICELESS, School of Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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Maviso MK, Ferguson B, Kaforau LM, Capper T. A qualitative descriptive inquiry into factors influencing early weaning and breastfeeding duration among first-time mothers in Papua New Guinea's rural eastern highlands. Women Birth 2021; 35:e68-e74. [PMID: 33485816 DOI: 10.1016/j.wombi.2021.01.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2020] [Revised: 01/03/2021] [Accepted: 01/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Exclusive breastfeeding confers multiple maternal and child health benefits. Although breastfeeding initiation following birth is common in Papua New Guinea, many first-time mothers may not achieve optimal breastfeeding duration. AIM This study aims to explore and describe factors influencing early weaning and breastfeeding duration among first-time mothers in Papua New Guinea's rural eastern highlands. METHODS A qualitative descriptive approach was adopted in this study. Data were collected through semi-structured in-depth interviews with 20 first-time mothers. The interviews transcripts were then thematically analysed. RESULTS Three key themes identified were: source of breastfeeding information and support; social networks and breastfeeding communication; and balancing perceived gender and maternal roles. The study further identified a lack of fathers' involvement in supporting breastfeeding. CONCLUSION Social and relational networks, and maternal factors need to be considered to better understand breastfeeding practices. Efforts to achieve optimal breastfeeding outcomes entail targeted and culturally appropriate programs, including fathers' involvement as they play important roles in breastfeeding and infant feeding practices.
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- McKenzie Ken Maviso
- Division of Public Health, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Papua New Guinea, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.
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- School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Sciences, Higher Education Division, Central Queensland University, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Pacific Technical and Further Education (TAFE) Science, Technology & Environment, College of Foundation Studies, University of South Pacific, Honiara Campus, Solomon Islands
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- School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Sciences, Higher Education Division, Central Queensland University, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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Oyelana O, Kamanzi J, Richter S. A critical look at exclusive breastfeeding in Africa: Through the lens of diffusion of innovation theory. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF AFRICA NURSING SCIENCES 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijans.2020.100267] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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Dietary Diversity and Nutritional Status of Preschool Children in North West Province, South Africa: A Cross Sectional Study. CHILDREN-BASEL 2020; 7:children7100174. [PMID: 33050271 PMCID: PMC7600000 DOI: 10.3390/children7100174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2020] [Revised: 09/28/2020] [Accepted: 09/30/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Preschool children consume diets inadequate to meet their macro and micronutrient requirements, which ultimately affect their nutritional status due to lack of dietary diversity. A cross sectional study was conducted to investigate the association between dietary diversity scores (DDS) and the nutritional status of 379 preschool children in North West Province of South Africa. A 24 h qualitative recall by mothers of their children's food consumption was used to calculate DDS based on 12-foods groups following Food and Agriculture Organization protocols. DDS was calculated by counting each of 12-food groups and classified as low (≤4), medium (5-8) and high (9-12). The weight and height of children were measured and height-for-age (HAZ), weight-for-age (WAZ) and BMI-for-age (BAZ) z-scores were calculated based on 2006 WHO standards. Stunting, underweight and thinness were defined as HAZ, WAZ and BAZ < -2SD, respectively. Linear and logistic regression analyses were used to assess the association between DDS and the nutritional indicators. Mean age for children was 4 ± 0.7 years, and the prevalence of stunting (29%), underweight (13%) and thinness (6%) was observed. Mean DDS was 4.39 ± 1.55 out of 12-food groups, with a prevalence of 61% and 39% for low and medium DDS, respectively. Cereals (100%) accounted for the main food group consumed, while fish and other seafood (17%) were the least consumed. Consumption of a diversified diet was associated with lower odds of being stunted [AOR = 0.25, 95%CI: 0.10 to 0.92] among the four-year olds, while in the unadjusted model, 5-year-olds had lower odds of being underweight [OR = -0.32, 95%CI: -0.57 to 0.07]. The findings of this study reinforce the importance of continued nutrition education of mothers, caregivers and preschool staff on the need to ensure consumption of diverse food sources in order to improve the nutritional status of children. Further studies are recommended on the association of DDS with the nutritional status, and factors associated with low dietary diversity among preschool children.
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