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Zhixue L, Ying X, Zheng L, Yan M, Yanfang G, Dewang W, Weijun Y, Rencheng Z, Qing Y, Meihong X. Status and associated factors of food and nutrition literacy among young adults aged 15-44 years in Shenzhen City, China. Front Public Health 2024; 11:1329241. [PMID: 38292389 PMCID: PMC10826416 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1329241] [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: 10/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 02/01/2024] Open
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Background Food and nutrition literacy (FNL) plays an important role in young adults' dietary habits and nutrition. This study aimed to investigate FNL status and its associated factors among young adults aged 15-44 years in Shenzhen. Methods A cross-sectional survey of 5,390 participants was conducted in June 2021. FNL was measured using the Food and Nutrition Literacy Questionnaire for Chinese Adults (FNLQ). A generalized linear model was employed to analyze the factors associated with FNL. Results The median FNL score (total score = 100) was 68.00, which was below the adequate level of 80. FNL was divided into the two different domains of knowledge and skills, with significantly different scoring rate of 85.30 and 67.77%, respectively. The overall proportion of respondents with adequate FNL was 19.52%. The FNL score was significantly higher among the participants who were female (β = 2.665; 95% confidence interval [CI]: 2.031-3.299) and with higher education levels (β ranging from 5.632 [CI: 3.845-7.419] to 10.756 [CI: 8.973-12.538]), healthcare-related work experience (β = 4.197; CI: 3.557-4.837) and a higher economic status (β ranging from 0.753 [CI: 0.079-1.426] to 6.217 [CI: 5.208-7.227]). Those who were divorced or with an unknown marital status (β = -8.438; CI: -9.701, -7.175), abnormal body mass index (thin [β = -2.115; CI: -3.063, -1.166], overweight [β = -1.427; CI: -2.254, -0.600]), and suffering from chronic diseases (single disease [β = -3.483; CI: -4.485, -2.480], multimorbidity [β = -5.119; CI: -5.912, -4.327]) had significantly lower FNL scores. Conclusion Generally, the level of FNL among young adults in Shenzhen, China, was relatively low. Thus, nutrition education programs targeted at promoting improved FNL status call for additional emphasis, especially in subgroups with lower scores.
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- Li Zhixue
- Department of Chronic Disease Prevention and Control, Shenzhen Baoan Center for Chronic Diseases Control, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Chronic Disease Prevention and Control, Shenzhen Baoan Center for Chronic Diseases Control, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Chronic Disease Prevention and Control, Shenzhen Baoan Center for Chronic Diseases Control, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Chronic Disease Prevention and Control, Shenzhen Baoan Center for Chronic Diseases Control, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Chronic Disease Prevention and Control, Shenzhen Baoan Center for Chronic Diseases Control, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Chronic Disease Prevention and Control, Shenzhen Baoan Center for Chronic Diseases Control, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Chronic Disease Prevention and Control, Shenzhen Baoan Center for Chronic Diseases Control, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Chronic Disease Prevention and Control, Shenzhen Baoan Center for Chronic Diseases Control, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Chronic Disease Prevention and Control, Shenzhen Baoan Center for Chronic Diseases Control, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Peking University, Beijing, China
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Liu S, Fan X, Jiang L, Liu T. A cross-sectional study on the moderating effect of self-efficacy on the relationship between sociodemographic variables and nutrition literacy among older adults in rural areas of North Sichuan. Front Nutr 2024; 10:1335008. [PMID: 38260079 PMCID: PMC10800664 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2023.1335008] [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: 11/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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Objective The purpose of this study is to examine the moderating role of self-efficacy among rural elderly individuals in northern Sichuan Province in the relationship between certain sociodemographic variables and nutritional literacy. Methods Convenience sampling was used to select 264 elderly individuals aged 60 and above from rural communities in Cangxi County, Guangyuan City, Yilong County, Nanchong City, and Bazhou District, Bazhong City, Sichuan Province. A self-designed questionnaire, including sociodemographic variables, the General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSES), and the Nutrition Literacy Questionnaire for the Elderly (NLQ-E), was administered through face-to-face interviews using a paper-based version. The relationships between sociodemographic variables, self-efficacy, and nutritional literacy in the elderly were analyzed using SPSS 26.0 and the Process plugin to examine the relationships between variables and to test for moderation effects. Results (1) There were significant differences in nutrition literacy scores among elderly people of different ages, genders, marital statuses, educational levels, personal monthly living expenses, dental conditions, and number of chronic diseases (p < 0.05). (2) When elderly individuals have lower self-efficacy, their nutritional literacy is lower as they become older, and they have poorer nutritional literacy with a higher number of chronic diseases. Conclusion General population demographic data has a significant impact on the nutritional literacy level of elderly people in rural areas of northern Sichuan. Self-efficacy plays a moderating role in the relationship between age and nutritional literacy, as well as the relationship between the number of chronic diseases and nutritional literacy.
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- Shasha Liu
- Department of Nursing, Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, China
- Chengdu BOE Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- First Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, China
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- Chengdu BOE Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Nursing, Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, China
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Mengi Çelik Ö, Karacil Ermumcu MS, Ozyildirim C. Turkish version of the 'food and nutrition literacy questionnaire for Chinese school-age children' for school-age adolescents: a validity and reliability study. BMC Public Health 2023; 23:1807. [PMID: 37716935 PMCID: PMC10505319 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-023-16732-2] [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: 03/21/2023] [Accepted: 09/10/2023] [Indexed: 09/18/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND In this study, it was aimed to examine the psychometric characteristics of the scale named 'Food and Nutrition Literacy Questionnaire for Chinese School-age Children (FNLQ-SC)' in Turkish school age adolescents. METHODS The research was carried out with 341 school-age adolescents aged 10 to 17 years. The Cronbach's α coefficient was used to evaluate internal consistency reliability and the test-retest method was applied. The construct validity was assessed by exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and the content validity was assessed by the Pearson correlation coefficient. RESULTS EFA indicated that the Turkish version of FNLQ-SC had three factorial structures that accounted for 42.0% of the total variance. The overall Turkish version of FNLQ-SC questionnaire had acceptable internal consistency (Cronbach's α = 0.679). The dimensional structure obtained in the EFA was controlled by CFA and the three-factor model showed acceptable goodness-of-fit indices (χ2/df = 1.924, RMSEA = 0.052, CFI = 0.864, GFI = 0.949). The Pearson correlation coefficients between each dimension and the overall questionnaire ranged from 0.300 to 0.842. Multiple linear regression analysis indicated that age, gender, grade of class, being an only child and discussing nutrition information with families had an effect on food and nutrition literacy (R2 = 0.312; p < 0.001). CONCLUSION The Turkish version of FNLQ-SC has good reliability and construct validity to assess the food and nutrition literacy of Turkish school age adolescents.
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- Özge Mengi Çelik
- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Gulhane Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Türkiye
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Sciences, Akdeniz University, Dumlupinar Boulevard International Relations Office Rectorate 6th Floor 07058 Campus, Antalya, Türkiye.
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Sciences, Akdeniz University, Dumlupinar Boulevard International Relations Office Rectorate 6th Floor 07058 Campus, Antalya, Türkiye
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Tang S, Li X, Wang M, Sha L. Nutrition literacy mediates the relationship between self-efficacy and eating behavior in young tuberculosis patients: A cross-sectional study. Prev Med Rep 2023; 33:102187. [PMID: 37223557 PMCID: PMC10201870 DOI: 10.1016/j.pmedr.2023.102187] [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: 12/14/2022] [Revised: 03/13/2023] [Accepted: 03/24/2023] [Indexed: 05/25/2023] Open
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Objective To assess the associations between self-efficacy, nutrition literacy and eating behavior, and to examine if nutrition literacy mediates the relationship between self-efficacy and eating behavior in young tuberculosis patients. Methods This cross-sectional study used a convenience sampling strategy to select 230 young tuberculosis patients at the Second Hospital of Nanjing (Public Health Medical Center of Nanjing), China, from June 2022 to August 2022. The data were collected using a demographic data form, the Eating Behavior Scale, the Food and Nutrition Literacy Questionnaire and the Tuberculosis Self-Efficacy Scale. Descriptive statistics, Pearson bivariate correlation analysis, Pearson partial correlation analysis, hierarchical multiple regression, and mediation analysis were conducted in the study. Results The mean self-efficacy score for young tuberculosis patients was 92.56 (SD = 9.89, range = 21 ∼ 105). The average nutrition literacy score for young tuberculosis patients was 68.24(SD = 6.75, range = 0 ∼ 100). The bivariate correlation analysis and partial correlation analysis found that self-efficacy was positively correlated with nutrition literacy (P < 0.01). The regression analysis showed that self-efficacy (F = 5.186, β = 0.233, P < 0.001)and nutrition literacy (F = 7.749, β = 0.545, P < 0.001) significantly predicted eating behavior. The three dimensions of nutrition literacy including nutritional knowledge (mediation effect ratio = 13.1%, 95% CI = - 0.089; -0.005), preparing food (mediation effect ratio = 17.4%, 95 %CI = 0.011; 0.077) and eating (mediation effect ratio = 54.7%, 95 %CI = 0.070; 0.192) mediated the relationship between self-efficacy and eating behavior in young tuberculosis patients. Conclusion Nutrition literacy mediated the relationship between self-efficacy and eating behavior. To promote healthy eating behavior among young tuberculosis patients, interventions aimed at improving self-efficacy and nutrition literacy should be conducted.
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- Suyao Tang
- School of Nursing, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, 138 Xianlin Avenue, Nanjing 210023, China
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- School of Nursing, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, 138 Xianlin Avenue, Nanjing 210023, China
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- School of Nursing, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, 138 Xianlin Avenue, Nanjing 210023, China
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- Medical Examination Centre, Nanjing Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine (The Second Hospital of Nanjing), 1-1 Zhongfu Road, Nanjing 210023, China
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Guiné RPF, Florença SG, Aparício MG, Cardoso AP, Ferreira M. Food Knowledge for Better Nutrition and Health: A Study among University Students in Portugal. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:healthcare11111597. [PMID: 37297738 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11111597] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2023] [Revised: 05/15/2023] [Accepted: 05/25/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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When students enter university, they suffer adaptations, including, usually, greater autonomy and responsibility for the choices they make. Therefore, it is crucial that they are well informed so as to make healthier food choices. The aim of this study was to determine whether sociodemographic characteristics, academic performance and lifestyle (tobacco and alcohol consumption) interfere with food literacy in university students. A quantitative, analytical, descriptive, transversal and correlational study was carried out, using quantitative data obtained through a questionnaire survey applied to a sample of 924 university students in Portugal. Food literacy was assessed through a scale of 27 items, distributed in three dimensions: D1-Literacy about food nutritional value and composition, D2-Literacy about labelling and food choice and D3-Literacy about healthy eating practices. Results showed no differences in food literacy according to sex or age. However, food literacy varied significantly with nationality, either globally (p = 0.006) or in the different dimensions evaluated (p-values of 0.005, 0.027 and 0.012 for D1, D2 and D3, respectively). In terms of academic achievement, the results showed no significant differences according to self-reported academic performance or even to the average classification obtained in the course. Regarding lifestyle variables, it was observed that alcohol consumption or smoking are not associated with food literacy, that is, food literacy does not vary significantly with these two lifestyle variables. In conclusion, food literacy in general and the dimensions evaluated are essentially constant among university students in Portugal, only varying for students from abroad. These results help to better perceive the food literacy levels for the population under study, university students, and that can be a valuable tool to better increase food literacy at these institutions as a way to better prepare for a healthier life and proper food habits that can enhance health in the long term.
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- Raquel P F Guiné
- CERNAS Research Centre, Polytechnic Institute of Viseu, 3504-510 Viseu, Portugal
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- CERNAS Research Centre, Polytechnic Institute of Viseu, 3504-510 Viseu, Portugal
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- UICISA:E Research Centre, Polytechnic Institute of Viseu, 3504-510 Viseu, Portugal
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- CIDEI Research Centre, Polytechnic Institute of Viseu, 3504-510 Viseu, Portugal
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- UICISA:E Research Centre, Polytechnic Institute of Viseu, 3504-510 Viseu, Portugal
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Zhou Y, Lyu Y, Zhao R, Shi H, Ye W, Wen Z, Li R, Xu Y. Development and Validation of Nutrition Literacy Assessment Instrument for Chinese Pregnant Women. Nutrients 2022; 14:nu14142863. [PMID: 35889821 PMCID: PMC9320244 DOI: 10.3390/nu14142863] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2022] [Revised: 06/28/2022] [Accepted: 07/11/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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The study was designed to develop and validate the nutrition literacy assessment instrument for pregnant women in China (NLAI-P). The dimension, components and questions of NLAI-P were identified via literature review and expert consultation. A panel of experts evaluated the content validity. The construct validity was evaluated by using the exploratory factor analyses (EFA) and confirmatory factor analyses (CFA). Cronbach’s α coefficient and split-half reliability were applied for examining the reliability. The NLAI-P was divided into 3 dimensions including knowledge, behavior and skill dimension. Findings showed NLAI-P possessed the satisfactory content validity (content validity index = 0.98, content validity ratio = 0.97), acceptable construct validity (χ2/df = 1.82, GFI = 0.86, AGFI = 0.84, RMSEA = 0.046) and good reliability (Cronbach’s α coefficient = 0.82). The average scores of NLAI-P were 46.59 ± 9.27. With the adjustment of confounding factors, education level presented a significantly positive correlation with NLAI-P scores. In conclusion, NLAI-P were valid and reliable to inspect NL level of pregnant women in China. Poor NL was prevalent among Chinese pregnant women. Based on the education level, taking targeted propaganda and education measures would achieve the optimal effect. NLAI-P can be applied as the tool for monitoring and assessing NL of pregnant women, and facilitate the designation of targeted interventions policies.
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- Yalin Zhou
- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Peking University, NO. 38 Xueyuan Road, Beijing 100083, China; (Y.Z.); (Y.L.); (R.Z.); (H.S.); (W.Y.); (Z.W.); (R.L.)
- PKUHSC-China Feihe Joint Research Institute of Nutrition and Healthy Lifespan Development, NO. 38 Xueyuan Road, Beijing 100083, China
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Peking University, NO. 38 Xueyuan Road, Beijing 100083, China; (Y.Z.); (Y.L.); (R.Z.); (H.S.); (W.Y.); (Z.W.); (R.L.)
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Peking University, NO. 38 Xueyuan Road, Beijing 100083, China; (Y.Z.); (Y.L.); (R.Z.); (H.S.); (W.Y.); (Z.W.); (R.L.)
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Peking University, NO. 38 Xueyuan Road, Beijing 100083, China; (Y.Z.); (Y.L.); (R.Z.); (H.S.); (W.Y.); (Z.W.); (R.L.)
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Peking University, NO. 38 Xueyuan Road, Beijing 100083, China; (Y.Z.); (Y.L.); (R.Z.); (H.S.); (W.Y.); (Z.W.); (R.L.)
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Peking University, NO. 38 Xueyuan Road, Beijing 100083, China; (Y.Z.); (Y.L.); (R.Z.); (H.S.); (W.Y.); (Z.W.); (R.L.)
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Peking University, NO. 38 Xueyuan Road, Beijing 100083, China; (Y.Z.); (Y.L.); (R.Z.); (H.S.); (W.Y.); (Z.W.); (R.L.)
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Peking University, NO. 38 Xueyuan Road, Beijing 100083, China; (Y.Z.); (Y.L.); (R.Z.); (H.S.); (W.Y.); (Z.W.); (R.L.)
- PKUHSC-China Feihe Joint Research Institute of Nutrition and Healthy Lifespan Development, NO. 38 Xueyuan Road, Beijing 100083, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Toxicological Research and Risk Assessment for Food Safety, Peking University, NO. 38 Xueyuan Road, Beijing 100083, China
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +86-010-82802552
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