Fruit and vegetable consumption among older adults by tooth loss and socio-economic status

AbstractObjectiveRecommendations for fruit and vegetable consumption are largely unmet. Lower socio-economic status (SES), neighbourhood poverty and poor access to retail outlets selling healthy foods are thought to predict lower consumption. The objective of the present study was to assess the interrelationships between these risk factors as predictors of fruit and vegetable consumption.DesignCross-sectional multilevel analyses of data on fruit and vegetable consumption, socio-demographic characteristics, neighbourhood poverty and access to healthy retail food outlets.SettingSurvey data from the 2002 and 2004 New York City Community Health Survey, linked by residential zip code to neighbourhood data.SubjectsAdult survey respondents (n 15 634).ResultsOverall 9·9 % of respondents reported eating ≥5 servings of fruits or vegetables in the day prior to the survey. The odds of eating ≥5 servings increased with higher income among women and with higher educational attainment among men and women. Compared with women having less than a high-school education, the OR was 1·12 (95 % CI 0·82, 1·55) for high-school graduates, 1·95 (95 % CI 1·43, 2·66) for those with some college education and 2·13 (95 % CI 1·56, 2·91) for college graduates. The association between education and fruit and vegetable consumption was significantly stronger for women living in lower- v. higher-poverty zip codes (P for interaction < 0·05). The density of healthy food outlets did not predict consumption of fruits or vegetables.ConclusionsHigher SES is associated with higher consumption of produce, an association that, in women, is stronger for those residing in lower-poverty neighbourhoods.

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Fruit and Vegetable Consumption in Overweight or Obese Individuals: A Meta-Analysis

Western Journal of Nursing Research ◽

10.1177/0193945919858699 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 42 (4) ◽

pp. 306-314

Author(s):

Karla Arnotti ◽

Mandy Bamber

Keyword(s):

Weight Loss ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Economic Status ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Fruit And Vegetable Consumption ◽

Extensive Literature ◽

Fruit And Vegetable ◽

Socio Economic Status ◽

Literature Searches ◽

Academic Settings

Researchers have shown that fruit and vegetable consumption (FVC) promotes weight loss and prevents weight gain, thereby reducing risks for chronic health conditions. We conducted a meta-analysis to examine the overall effects of FVC interventions on weight loss for those with body-mass index (BMI) >25; we follow-up with moderator analyses to determine if effects varied based on participants, interventions, methods, or source characteristics. Extensive literature searches were conducted, resulting in 16 studies and providing 17 comparisons, across 3,719 participants. The overall summary effect was large (−2.81kg; p<.001). Several moderators were significant for increased weight loss: low socio-economic status (−4.99kg; p<.001), higher baseline BMI (slope=−0.29; p=.047), longer interventions (slope=0.012; p<.001), and recruitment setting [health care/programs (−3.7kg; p<.001); work/academic settings (−5.2kg: p<.001)]. Future researchers should investigate varying intervention lengths and examine specific needs of subgroups—higher versus lower socio-economic status, and overweight versus obese.

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Patterns of sociodemographic and food practice characteristics in relation to fruit and vegetable consumption in children: results from the UK National Diet and Nutrition Survey Rolling Programme (2008–2010)

Public Health Nutrition ◽

10.1017/s1368980013001912 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 16 (11) ◽

pp. 1912-1923 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

Tsz N Mak ◽

Celia J Prynne ◽

Darren Cole ◽

Emily Fitt ◽

Beverley Bates ◽

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Keyword(s):

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Economic Status ◽

Principal Component ◽

Individual Characteristics ◽

Fruit And Vegetable Consumption ◽

Computer Assisted ◽

Combined Effects ◽

Fruit And Vegetable ◽

Nutrition Survey ◽

Socio Economic Status

AbstractObjectiveFew studies have considered the combined effects of home-related determinants on children's diet. The present study investigated independent associations between sociodemographic and food practice (SFP) characteristics and fruit and vegetable consumption in UK children and the combined effects of SFP on consumption using pattern analysis.DesignDiet was assessed using 4 d food diaries, SFP were collected using computer-assisted personal interview. Linear regressions were used to test associations; principal component analysis was used to identify patterns of SFP characteristics. Regression of fruit (g/d) and vegetables (g/d) v. component scores of each pattern were performed.SettingUK National Diet and Nutrition Survey Rolling Programme (2008–2010).SubjectsChildren aged 1·5–10 years (n 642).ResultsSignificant associations were found between fruit and vegetable consumption and household socio-economic status. Pattern 1, which was positively correlated with household structure characteristics, was associated with increased fruit consumption (P < 0·001). Pattern 2, characterised by positive correlations for socio-economic status, fruit availability and organic food purchase, and negatively correlated with household size and the number of children per household, was associated with higher fruit and vegetable consumption (both P < 0·001). Pattern 3, characterised by high frequency of eating out and eating takeaway, was associated with a lower consumption of both fruit (P < 0·012) and vegetables (P < 0·023).ConclusionsPatterns of SFP determinants may be more informative than individual characteristics in relation to dietary outcomes. Results have public health implications on the healthfulness of meals eaten out of home and in takeaways, as well as the need to reduce diet inequality in larger households with lower socio-economic status.

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Fruit and vegetable consumption assessed by three dietary assessment methods in regard to sex, age, BMI and socio economic status

Proceedings of The Nutrition Society ◽

10.1017/s0029665120004590 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 79 (OCE2) ◽

Author(s):

Andrea Straßburg ◽

Carolin Krems ◽

Ingrid Hoffmann

Keyword(s):

Body Mass Index ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Economic Status ◽

Dietary Assessment ◽

Fruit And Vegetable Consumption ◽

Assessment Methods ◽

Food Groups ◽

Fruit And Vegetable ◽

Socio Economic Status ◽

Dietary Assessment Methods

AbstractIntroductionA comparison of means of food consumption assessed by three different dietary assessment methods (diet history interviews [DHI], 24h-recalls [24HR] and weighing food records [WR]) used in the German National Nutrition Survey (NVS) II showed higher consumption means in 7 out of 18 food groups for DHI compared to 24HR and WR. Especially for food groups perceived as socially desirable such as fruit and vegetable means were highest for DHI. In the following, it is examined whether differences in fruit and vegetable consumption assessed by three different dietary assessment methods are related to sex, age, body mass index (BMI) or socio economic status (SES).MethodsA subgroup of 677 participants of the NVS II (2005–2007, 14–80 years of age) completed all three dietary assessment methods. DHI covered the food consumption of the past month, 24HR of the previous day and WR two times four days. Body height and weight were measured. SES was defined as an index based on the household income, employment status of the household's principle earner, and education level of the participant. The Multiple Source Method was applied to estimate population distributions of usual intakes based on two 24HR. Confidence intervals were calculated on basis of bootstrapping samples. Differences are considered to be significant if confidence intervals do not overlap.ResultsFor vegetable consumption, all subgroups regarding sex (male, female), age (14–18 years, 19–24 years, 25–34 years, 51–64 years, 65 years and older), body mass index (< 25 kg/m2, 25–30 kg/m2, > 30 kg/m2) and SES (5 groups from 1 = lower to 5 = upper SES) showed higher means for DHI compared to 24HR and WR. For fruit consumption, in almost all subgroups higher means for DHI compared to 24HR and WR could be found, except for the age group 19–24 years and the lowest SES group.DiscussionThe results show that higher means in fruit and vegetable consumption assessed by DHI compared to 24HR and WR are independent of sex, age, BMI and SES. A reason why socially desirable foods like fruit or vegetables are stated in higher amounts by DHI may be the enormous cognitive task of participants necessary to estimate quantities and frequencies over the long period of time covered by DHI.

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Effect of increased fruit and vegetable consumption on bone turnover in older adults: a randomised controlled trial

Osteoporosis International ◽

10.1007/s00198-013-2402-x ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 25 (1) ◽

pp. 223-233 ◽

Cited By ~ 14

Author(s):

C. E. Neville ◽

I. S. Young ◽

S. E. C. M. Gilchrist ◽

M. C. McKinley ◽

A. Gibson ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Randomised Controlled Trial ◽

Bone Turnover ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Controlled Trial ◽

Fruit And Vegetable Consumption ◽

Fruit And Vegetable ◽

Randomised Controlled

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Effect of increased fruit and vegetable consumption on physical function and muscle strength in older adults

AGE ◽

10.1007/s11357-013-9530-2 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 35 (6) ◽

pp. 2409-2422 ◽

Cited By ~ 35

Author(s):

Charlotte E. Neville ◽

Ian S. Young ◽

Sarah E. C. M. Gilchrist ◽

Michelle C. McKinley ◽

Andrew Gibson ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Muscle Strength ◽

Physical Function ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Fruit And Vegetable Consumption ◽

Fruit And Vegetable

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Risk of falls and fear of falling in older adults residing in public housing in Ontario, Canada: findings from a multisite observational study

BMC Geriatrics ◽

10.1186/s12877-019-1399-1 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 20 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Melissa Pirrie ◽

Guneet Saini ◽

Ricardo Angeles ◽

Francine Marzanek ◽

Jenna Parascandalo ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Older Adults ◽

Public Housing ◽

Fear Of Falling ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Fruit And Vegetable Consumption ◽

Medical Attention ◽

Fruit And Vegetable ◽

The Past ◽

Risk Factors For Falls

Abstract Background Falls in older adults is a widely researched topic. However, older adults residing in public housing are a vulnerable population that may have unique risk factors for falls. This study aims to describe the prevalence and risk factors for falls, fear of falling, and seeking medical attending for falls in this population. Methods Sociodemographic and health-related data was collected as part of a community-based health assessment program with older adults in public housing. Three pre-screening questions identified individuals at potential risk for falls; individuals who screened positive performed the objective Timed Up and Go (TUG) test. Logistic regression was used to evaluate risk factors for four outcome variables: falls in the past year, seeking medical attention for falls, fear of falling, and objectively measured fall risk via TUG test. Results A total of 595 participants were evaluated, of which the majority were female (81.3%), white (86.7%), did not have a high school diploma (50.0%), and reported problems in mobility (56.2%). The prevalence of falls in the past year was 34.5%, seeking medical attention for falls was 20.2% and fear of falling was 38.8%. The TUG test was completed by 257 participants. Notably, males had significantly reduced odds of seeking medical attention for a fall (OR = 0.50, 95%CI 0.25–0.98) and having a fear of falling (OR = 0.42, 95%CI 0.24–0.76); daily fruit and vegetable consumption was associated with decreased odds of having a fall in the past year (OR = 0.55, 95%CI 0.37–0.83), and alcohol consumption was associated with increased odds of fear of falling (OR = 1.72, 95%CI 1.03–2.88). Conclusion Older adults residing in public housing have unique risk factors associated with social determinants of health, such as low fruit and vegetable consumption, which may increase their risk for falls. The findings of this study can be used to inform falls interventions for this population and identify areas for further research.

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