scholarly journals Consumer underestimation of sodium in fast food restaurant meals: Results from a cross-sectional observational study

Appetite ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 113 ◽  
pp. 155-161 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alyssa J. Moran ◽  
Maricelle Ramirez ◽  
Jason P. Block
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Fast Food Restaurant ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Restaurant Meals

scholarly journals Children’s Intake of Food from Non-Fast-Food Outlets and Child-Specific Menus: A Survey of Parents

Children ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (11) ◽  
pp. 123
Author(s):  
Li Kheng Chai ◽  
Sze Lin Yoong ◽  
Tamara Bucher ◽  
Clare E Collins ◽  
Vanessa A Shrewsbury
Keyword(s):  
Childhood Obesity ◽  
Healthy Child ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Sociodemographic Characteristics ◽  
Fast Food Restaurant ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Food Outlets ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Eating Out

Eating out-of-home is associated with higher energy intakes in children. The continued high prevalence of childhood obesity requires a greater understanding of child menu options and eating out frequency to inform appropriate regulatory initiatives. The majority of studies to date have focused on menus from fast-food outlets with few focused on non-fast-food outlets. This study aimed to describe parents’ reports of their child(ren)’s (aged up to 6 years) frequency of consuming foods at non-fast-food outlets, observations of child menus at these outlets, and their purchasing behaviours and future preferences regarding these menus; and if their responses were influenced by sociodemographic characteristics. Ninety-five parents completed a 15-item cross-sectional survey. Overall, children from 54% of families consumed food from non-fast-food outlets at least monthly. Of the 87 parents who reported that their child eats at a non-fast-food restaurant, 71 had children who ordered from child menus every time (7%, n = 5), often (29%, n = 22), sometimes (42%, n = 32) or rarely (16%, n = 12), with a further 7% (n = 5) never ordering from these menus. All parents indicated that they would like to see a higher proportion of healthy child menu items than is currently offered. Parents’ responses were not influenced by sociodemographic characteristics. Parents’ views support implementation of initiatives to increase availability of healthy options on child menus at non-fast-food outlets.

scholarly journals Consumers' estimation of calorie content at fast food restaurants: cross sectional observational study

BMJ ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 346 (may23 3) ◽  
pp. f2907-f2907 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. P. Block ◽  
S. K. Condon ◽  
K. Kleinman ◽  
J. Mullen ◽  
S. Linakis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Calorie Content ◽  
Fast Food Restaurants

scholarly journals Measured energy content of frequently purchased restaurant meals: multi-country cross sectional study

BMJ ◽  
2018 ◽  
pp. k4864 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan B Roberts ◽  
Sai Krupa Das ◽  
Vivian Marques Miguel Suen ◽  
Jussi Pihlajamäki ◽  
Rebecca Kuriyan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Analysis Of Variance ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Energy Content ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Bomb Calorimetry ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sedentary Woman ◽  
Fast Food Restaurants ◽  
Restaurant Meals

Abstract Objective To measure the energy content of frequently ordered meals from full service and fast food restaurants in five countries and compare values with US data. Design Cross sectional survey. Setting 223 meals from 111 randomly selected full service and fast food restaurants serving popular cuisines in Brazil, China, Finland, Ghana, and India were the primary sampling unit; 10 meals from five worksite canteens were also studied in Finland. The observational unit was frequently ordered meals in selected restaurants. Main outcome measure Meal energy content, measured by bomb calorimetry. Results Compared with the US, weighted mean energy of restaurant meals was lower only in China (719 (95% confidence interval 646 to 799) kcal versus 1088 (1002 to 1181) kcal; P<0.001). In analysis of variance models, fast food contained 33% less energy than full service meals (P<0.001). In Finland, worksite canteens provided 25% less energy than full service and fast food restaurants (mean 880 (SD 156) versus 1166 (298); P=0.009). Country, restaurant type, number of meal components, and meal weight predicted meal energy in a factorial analysis of variance (R 2 =0.62, P<0.001). Ninety four per cent of full service meals and 72% of fast food meals contained at least 600 kcal. Modeling indicated that, except in China, consuming current servings of a full service and a fast food meal daily would supply between 70% and 120% of the daily energy requirements for a sedentary woman, without additional meals, drinks, snacks, appetizers, or desserts. Conclusion Very high dietary energy content of both full service and fast food restaurant meals is a widespread phenomenon that is probably supporting global obesity and provides a valid intervention target.

Factors associated with ordering food via online meal ordering services

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-18
Author(s):  
Liyuwork Mitiku Dana ◽  
Ellen Hart ◽  
Alison McAleese ◽  
Alice Bastable ◽  
Simone Pettigrew
Keyword(s):  
Fast Food ◽  
Food Choices ◽  
Home Delivery ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Fast Food Restaurant ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Income Levels ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Sugary Drinks

Abstract Objective: Online meal ordering services are increasing in popularity in Australia and globally. Meals ordered online for home delivery are typically less healthy than home-made meals, potentially contributing to weight gain. The aim of the present study was to identify the types of consumers who are most likely to engage in online meal ordering. Design: A cross-sectional survey including items relating to demographic and lifestyle factors was disseminated via a web panel provider. Setting: Australia. Participants: 2,010 Australian adults aged 18+ years. Results: More than a quarter of respondents (28%) engaged in online meal ordering at least once in the previous month. Younger respondents, those with a higher body mass index, and those with higher education and income levels were more likely to have done so. Consuming higher levels of sugary drinks and fast food restaurant patronage were significantly associated with ordering meals online for home delivery. Conclusions: The outcomes of this study suggest that the use of online meal ordering services is becoming a common practice in Australia, and it is therefore important to implement evidence-based strategies and policies to encourage individuals to make healthy food choices when using these services.

scholarly journals Which food-related behaviours are associated with healthier intakes of fruits and vegetables among women?

2007 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 256-265 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Crawford ◽  
Kylie Ball ◽  
Gita Mishra ◽  
Jo Salmon ◽  
Anna Timperio
Keyword(s):  
Fast Food ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Vegetable Intake ◽  
Vegetable Consumption ◽  
Fast Food Restaurant ◽  
Fruit And Vegetable ◽  
Eating Behaviours ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Behavioural Characteristics

AbstractObjectiveTo examine associations between shopping, food preparation, meal and eating behaviours and fruit and vegetable intake among women.DesignCross-sectional survey.SettingCommunity-based sample from metropolitan Melbourne, Australia.SubjectsA sample of 1136 women aged 18–65 years, randomly selected from the electoral roll.ResultsFood-related behaviours reflecting organisation and forward-planning, as well as enjoyment of and high perceived value of meal shopping, preparation and consumption were associated with healthier intakes of fruits and vegetables. For example, women who more frequently planned meals before they went shopping, wrote a shopping list, enjoyed food shopping, planned in the morning what they will eat for dinner that night, planned what they will eat for lunch, reported they enjoy cooking, liked trying new recipes and who reported they sometimes prepare dishes ahead of time were more likely to consume two or more servings of vegetables daily. Conversely, women who frequently found cooking a chore, spent less than 15 minutes preparing dinner, decided on the night what they will eat for dinner, ate in a fast-food restaurant, ate takeaway meals from a fast-food restaurant, ate dinner and snacks while watching television and who frequently ate on the run were less likely to eat two or more servings of vegetables daily.ConclusionsPractical strategies based on these behavioural characteristics could be trialled in interventions aimed at promoting fruit and vegetable consumption among women.

scholarly journals An observational study of consumer use of fast-food restaurant drive-through lanes: implications for menu labelling policy

2010 ◽  
Vol 13 (11) ◽  
pp. 1826-1828 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christina A Roberto ◽  
Elena Hoffnagle ◽  
Marie A Bragg ◽  
Kelly D Brownell
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Public Health Intervention ◽  
Fast Food Restaurant ◽  
Conservative Estimate ◽  
Late Night ◽  
Fast Food Restaurants ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Number Of Customers ◽  
Energy Information

AbstractObjectiveSome versions of restaurant menu labelling legislation do not require energy information to be posted on menus for drive-through lanes. The present study was designed to quantify the number of customers who purchase fast food through drive-in windows as a means of informing legislative labelling efforts.DesignThis was an observational study.SettingThe study took place at two McDonald’s and Burger King restaurants, and single Dairy Queen, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Taco Bell and Wendy’s restaurants.SubjectsThe number of customers entering the chain restaurants and purchasing food via the drive-through lane were recorded. A total of 3549 patrons were observed.ResultsThe percentage of customers who made their purchases at drive-throughs was fifty-seven. The overall average (57 %) is likely a conservative estimate because some fast-food restaurants have late-night hours when only the drive-throughs are open.ConclusionsSince nearly six in ten customers purchase food via the drive-through lanes, menu labelling legislation should mandate the inclusion of menu labels on drive-through menu boards to maximise the impact of this public health intervention.

scholarly journals (Over)eating out at major UK restaurant chains: observational study of energy content of main meals

BMJ ◽  
2018 ◽  
pp. k4982 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eric Robinson ◽  
Andrew Jones ◽  
Victoria Whitelock ◽  
Bethan R Mead ◽  
Ashleigh Haynes
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Observational Study ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Energy Content ◽  
Open Science ◽  
Analysis Strategy ◽  
Science Framework ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Restaurant Meals ◽  
Main Meals

Abstract Objectives To examine the energy content of main meals served in major UK restaurant chains and compare the energy content of meals in fast food and “full service” restaurant chains. Design Observational study. Setting Menu and nutritional information provided by major UK restaurant chains. Main outcome measures Mean energy content of meals, proportion of meals meeting public health recommendations for energy consumption (≤600 kcal), and proportion of meals with excessive energy content (≥1000 kcal). Results Main meals from 27 restaurant chains (21 full service; 6 fast food) were sampled. The mean energy content of all eligible restaurant meals (13 396 in total) was 977 (95% confidence interval 973 to 983) kcal. The percentage of all meals that met public health recommendations for energy content was low (9%; n=1226) and smaller than the percentage of meals with an excessive energy content (47%; 6251). Compared with fast food restaurants, full service restaurants offered significantly more excessively calorific main meals, fewer main meals meeting public health recommendations, and on average 268 (103 to 433) kcal more in main meals. Conclusions The energy content of a large number of main meals in major UK restaurant chains is excessive, and only a minority meet public health recommendations. Although the poor nutritional quality of fast food meals has been well documented, the energy content of full service restaurant meals in the UK tends to be higher and is a cause for concern. Registration Study protocol and analysis strategy pre-registered on Open Science Framework ( https://osf.io/w5h8q/ ).

Profil Penyakit Malaria Di Rumah Sakit Islam Siti Rahmah Padang Tahun 2018

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 08-15
Author(s):  
Rahma Triyana ◽  
Salmi Salmi
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Frequency Distribution ◽  
Cross Section ◽  
Laboratory Tests ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Normal Range ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
West Sumatra ◽  
Severity Of The Disease

Malaria is one of the health problems in Indonesia, especially West Sumatra. Determination of the description of Malaria disease in an area is needed to determine the spread and severity of the disease. This study aims to determine the frequency distribution according to age, sex and place of residence, description of the types of Plasmodium causes of Malaria and hematological features in Malaria patients at Siti Rahmah Padang Hospital in 2018. This type of research is a descriptive observational study with an approach or design cross section (cross sectional). The frequency distribution of Malaria sufferers in Siti Rahmah Padang Hospital in 2018 according to the highest age was in the age group 21-30 years as many as 28 cases (36.8%), the highest sex among men was 46 (60.5%) and the highest number of residences was found in Koto Tangah sub-district there were 31 cases (40.8%). The type of Plasmodium found in Malaria cases in Siti Rahmah Padang Hospital in 2018 was P. vivax (73 cases (96.05%)) and P. falciparum (3 cases (3.95%)). The results of laboratory tests on Hb, hematocrit, platelet and leukocyte levels in Malaria positive patients in Siti Rahmah Padang Hospital in 2018 were in the normal range.

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