Factors related to food involvement in the adult population

ABSTRACT Objective This study aimed to investigate aspects associated with food involvement and to ascertain whether individuals with higher food involvement consume larger amounts of fruits and vegetables. Methods This cross-sectional, analytical study was conducted with 301 adults (19-59 years old) from the Federal District, Brazil. Sample size calculation was based on numbers from the Brazilian Demographic Census and on consumption data for fruits and vegetables obtained from the Surveillance of Risk and Protective Factors for Chronic Diseases by Telephone Interviews survey. Data were collected in October of 2012. The questionnaire comprised 28 questions and included socio-demographic variables, reported fruit and vegetable consumption, and an adapted food involvement scale. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences software. Descriptive and comparative analyses were performed to determine population characteristics . Results Women and older individuals displayed a higher degree of food involvement than did men and younger individuals ( p <0.001). Among the factors included in food involvement, the highest influence was attributed to satisfaction in preparing food (cooking), pre-preparation of food, and pleasure in cooking for other people ( p <0.001). Conclusion The results presented here suggest that food involvement can be stimulated through innovative strategies of communication that go beyond the biological arguments and focus on the cultural expression of the elements of socialization, whose relationship with eating is well established.

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Parents Attending a Family Weight Management Program Perceive Similar Home Fruit and Vegetable Accessibility, but Greater Child Proxy Agency and Physical Activity Opportunity

Californian Journal of Health Promotion ◽

10.32398/cjhp.v5i2.1241 ◽

2007 ◽

Vol 5 (2) ◽

pp. 157-162 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Richard R. Rosenkranz ◽

Karly S. Geller ◽

David. A. Dzewaltowski

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Management Program ◽

Fruit And Vegetable ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Parents And Children ◽

Study Results ◽

Physical Activity Opportunity

Many children do not meet current guidelines for physical activity and fruit and vegetable consumption, two areas of health-related behavior with links to obesity. Objective: To examine child and parent perceptions of child proxy agency, home physical activity opportunity, and home accessibility of fruits and vegetables. Methods: Dyads (N = 117) of parents and children completed questionnaires for this cross-sectional study. Results: For child proxy agency, fruits and vegetables accessibility, and physical activity opportunity, the parent and child perceptions were significantly related. Parent ratings of physical activity opportunity and child proxy agency were significantly greater than child ratings. Perceptions of both parents and children for proxy agency were associated with fruits and vegetables accessibility and physical activity opportunity. Conclusions: Parents and children hold similar, yet distinct perceptions of physical activity opportunity and child proxy agency. Perceptions of child proxy agency are associated with obesity-related home environmental characteristics.

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Prevalence of Hyperhomocysteinaemia and Associated Factors among Ethiopian Adult Population in a 2015 National Survey

BioMed Research International ◽

10.1155/2020/9210261 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 2020 ◽

pp. 1-7

Author(s):

Feyissa Challa ◽

Tigist Getahun ◽

Meron Sileshi ◽

Bikila Nigassie ◽

Zeleke Geto ◽

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Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Blood Pressure ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Adult Population ◽

Noncommunicable Diseases ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Middle Income ◽

Steps Survey ◽

Associated Risk Factors

Hyperhomocysteinaemia (HHcy) is an independent risk factor for major cardiovascular diseases, but data on the prevalence and predictors of HHcy in low- and middle-income countries like Ethiopia are scant. The aim of this study was to estimate the prevalence of HHcy and associated risk factors in the Ethiopian adult population. A cross-sectional survey on risks of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) using the STEPwise approach to surveillance (STEPS) survey was conducted between April and June 2015. A total of 4,175 study participants were surveyed. Serum homocysteine (Hcy) and metabolic profile were determined using Cobas Integra 400 Plus and CardioChek PA analyzer, respectively. Factors associated with HHcy were determined using logistic regression. The mean serum tHcy concentration was 14.6 μmol/L, with 16.4 μmol/L in males and 13.4 μmol/L in females. Overall, 38% had HHcy, with figures in males (49%) higher than females (30%). Increased age, being male, and high blood pressure and/or taking blood pressure medication, as well as low consumption of fruit and/or vegetables, were independent risk factors for HHcy. In conclusion, the prevalence of HHcy among the adult Ethiopian population is alarmingly high. Improving diets through the promotion of fruit and vegetable consumption is needed to reduce the risk of NCDs.

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Dietary profile of urban adult population in South India in the context of chronic disease epidemiology (CURES – 68)

Public Health Nutrition ◽

10.1017/s136898001000203x ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 14 (4) ◽

pp. 591-598 ◽

Cited By ~ 32

Author(s):

Ganesan Radhika ◽

Rangaswamy M Sathya ◽

Anbazhagan Ganesan ◽

Raghavan Saroja ◽

Parthasarathy Vijayalakshmi ◽

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Keyword(s):

Dietary Intake ◽

South India ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Adult Population ◽

Meat Products ◽

Fats And Oils ◽

Population Based ◽

South Indian Population ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

South Indian

AbstractObjectiveFew dietary surveys have been done with reference to chronic diseases, such as diabetes, in India, which is considered to be the diabetes capital of the world. We report on the dietary intake of urban adults living in Chennai, South India.DesignA population-based cross-sectional study.SettingA representative population of urban Chennai in southern India.SubjectsThe study population comprised 2042 individuals aged ≥20 years selected from the Chennai Urban Rural Epidemiological Study (CURES). Dietary intake was measured using a validated and previously published interviewer-administered semi-quantitative meal-based FFQ.ResultsThe mean daily energy intake was 10 393 (sd 2347) kJ (male: 10953 (sd 2364) kJ v. female: 9832 (sd 233) kJ). Carbohydrates were the major source of energy (64 %), followed by fat (24 %) and protein (12 %). Refined cereals contributed to the bulk of the energy (45·8 %), followed by visible fats and oils (12·4 %) and pulses and legumes (7·8 %). However, energy supply from sugar and sweetened beverages was within the recommended levels. Intake of micronutrient-rich foods, such as fruit and vegetable consumption (265 g/d), and fish and seafoods (20 g/d), was far below the FAO/WHO recommendation. Dairy and meat products intake was within the national recommended intake.ConclusionsThe diet of this urban South Indian population consists mainly of refined cereals with low intake of fish, fruit and vegetables, and all of these could possibly contribute to the risk of non-communicable diseases such as diabetes in this population.

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Determinants of Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Behavior in Student Elementary School of Pekanbaru

Jurnal Dunia Gizi ◽

10.33085/jdg.v2i1.4377 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 2 (1) ◽

pp. 36

Author(s):

Christine Vita Gloria Purba ◽

Alhidayati Alhidayati ◽

Riri Maharani ◽

Lia Indriyani Hutabarat

Keyword(s):

Elementary School ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Fruit And Vegetable Consumption ◽

Fruit And Vegetables ◽

P Value ◽

Fruit And Vegetable ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Role Of Parents

Background; Based on the results of the 2013 Ministry of Health's Basic Health Research in children aged 10 years and above who consumed less fruit and vegetables with a yield of 93.5%. Less fruits and vegetables consumption will inhibit the growth and development of children and increase the risk of disease. Objectives; To determined the determination of fruit and vegetable consumption in students of Elementary School 130 Pekanbaru City in 2018. Material and Method; type of research used analytic survey used cross sectional study. This research was carried out in Elementary School 130 Pekanbaru City. The sample of this study was students of class v and vi in Elementary School 130 Pekanbaru City who were taken by exhaustic sampling with a total of 113 samples. Results; there was a relationship between pleasure with a P value = 0,000 and POR = 9,200 (CI = 2,756-32,853), the role of parents in relation to vegetables with P value = 0.02 and POR = 4.163 (CI = 1.590-10,898), menu variation with P value = 0.003 and POR = 4.218 (CI = 1.549-11,485) with the help of fruit and vegetable consumption. There was no relationship between knowledge with P value = 0.792 and POR = 807 (CI = 340-1199), peer support with P value = 0.410 and POR = 1.479 (CI = 581-3,761). Conclusion; For mothers to pay attention to the intake of fruit and vegetables for children, be more creative to process food for children.

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Cephalometric Norms in an Omani Adult Population of Arab Descent

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal [SQUMJ] ◽

10.18295/squmj.2018.18.02.010 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 18 (2) ◽

pp. 182 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Prashantha S. Govinakovi ◽

Ibrahim Al-Busaidi ◽

Viswapurna Senguttuvan

Keyword(s):

Ethnic Groups ◽

Orthodontic Treatment ◽

Adult Population ◽

Population Characteristics ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Nasolabial Angle ◽

Arab Descent ◽

The Military ◽

Cephalometric Measurements ◽

Centric Occlusion

Objectives: This study aimed to establish cephalometric norms for an Omani population of Arab descent and to compare these with established cephalometric values for Caucasians. Methods: This cross-sectional studywas conducted at the Military Dental Centre and Oman Dental College in Muscat, Oman, between May 2014 and October 2016. A total of 150 Omani patients between 20–29 years old seeking orthodontic treatment were included. All participants had a symmetrical face, class I molar and canine relationships, proper intercuspation, a normal overjet/overbite (<3 mm) and mild spacing/crowding of the teeth (≤3 mm). Lateral cephalography was performed in centric occlusion with the lips relaxed and the head in a natural position. Cephalometric measurements were then compared with Eastman Standard norms. Results: The Omani subjects were found to have a slightly retrusive maxilla, an increased angle between the maxillary and mandibular planes and shorter facial heights in comparison to the Eastman Standard norms. Furthermore, incisor relations were edge-to-edge in nature and the interincisal angle was reduced, suggesting that the Omani subjects had more proclined incisors. In addition, the lips were more protrusive and the nasolabial angle was more obtuse. Conclusion: In the Omani sample, increased proclination of the incisors was observed in comparison to Eastman Standard norms. As such, slightly more proclined incisors should be considered acceptable and natural among Omani patients of Arab descent. The cephalometric findings of this study may be helpful in the diagnosis and treatment planning of orthodontic problems among Omanis of Arab descent.Keywords: Cephalometry, standards; Population Characteristics; Ethnic Groups; Arabs; Orthodontics; Oman.

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Relationship Of Vegetable And Fruit Consumption With Central Obesity In Adult In Pasar Ikan Community Health Centers Bengkulu City In 2018

SANITAS : Jurnal Teknologi dan Seni Kesehatan ◽

10.36525/sanitas.2019.8 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 10 (1) ◽

pp. 81-91

Author(s):

Ketut Murni ◽

Desri Suryani ◽

Tetes Wahyu W

Keyword(s):

Health Center ◽

Central Obesity ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Overweight And Obesity ◽

Lifestyle Changes ◽

Fruit Consumption ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Adult Age ◽

Relationship Of

Adulthood was where the nutritional needs of the adult age changed according to the age group. Lifestyle changes, in accordance with the changes in diet from traditional food to modern food habits led to overweight and obesity. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship of vegetable and fruit consumption with the incidence of central obesity in adults in Pasar Ikan Bengkulu Health Center of Bengkulu City in 2018. This research was descriptive research with cross-sectional approach. The location of this research was in Pasar Ikan Bengkulu Health Center of Bengkulu City. The technique of getting samplis was by using simple random sampling with the sample of 74 sampel. The data was colledted by using interview and FFQ semi kuantitatif, which then analyzed by univariate and bivariate. The results of this research were 82,4% for vegetable consumption which was included in poor category, 55.4% fruit consumption which was included in good category and 78.4% for waist circumference which was included in central obesity, it was tested by using chi square test. The result showed that there was no relationship between the habits of consuming vegetables with the incidence of central obesity (ρ> 0.05) and there was no association between the habits of consuming fruit with the incidence of central obesity (ρ> 0.05). It was important to provide counseling about the importance of eating fruits and vegetables so the obese can always control their weight and add insight to constantly adjust their diet.

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Faktor-Faktor yang Berhubungan dengan Konsumsi Sayur dan Buah pada Siswa Sekolah Dasar

Jurnal Kesehatan Metro Sai Wawai ◽

10.26630/jkm.v10i2.1729 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 10 (2) ◽

pp. 75

Author(s):

Mindo Lupiana ◽

Sadiman Sadiman

Keyword(s):

Elementary School ◽

Elementary School Students ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Fruit And Vegetable Consumption ◽

Fruit And Vegetables ◽

Fruit And Vegetable ◽

School Students ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Factors Associated

Indonesian people's fruit consumption is still relatively low compared to other countries that do not have the resources to produce fruits. Purpose: this study was to determine the factors associated with fruit and vegetable consumption in elementary school students. Methods: This research method uses a cross sectional design. The research population was all students in class V totaling 123 students and the study sample was 100 students who were determined using simple random sampling. This research was conducted in Negeri 1 Rajabasa Raya Bandar Lampung City. Data processing in this study was univariate and bivariate using the chi square test. Results: The results showed that the factors associated with fruit and vegetable consumption were preference (p = 0.001), knowledge (p = 0,000) and attitude (p = 000). The unrelated variable is the availability at home (p = 0.813). Conclusion: Factors that increase consumption of fruit and vegetables in elementary school students are preference, good knowledge, and supportive attitude. Socialization needs to be done to increase knowledge about the benefits and effects of less consumption of fruit and vegetables, put up a poster media about the benefits and effects of less consumption of fruits and vegetables.

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Caregiver Feeding Practices as Predictors for Child Dietary Intake in Low-Income, Appalachian Communities

Nutrients ◽

10.3390/nu13082773 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (8) ◽

pp. 2773

Author(s):

Mikaela B. McIver ◽

Sarah Colby ◽

Melissa Hansen-Petrik ◽

Elizabeth T. Anderson Steeves

Keyword(s):

Rural Communities ◽

Young Children ◽

Dietary Intake ◽

Low Income ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Feeding Practices ◽

Fruit Consumption ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Home Availability

The Appalachian region of the U.S. is disproportionately impacted by poverty, obesity, and nutrition-related chronic diseases. Evidence suggests that caregiver feeding practices may promote healthful eating behaviors among children; however, this has not been examined in low-income, rural, Appalachian populations. This study examines caregiver feeding practices as predictors for child diet in low-income Appalachian families, using a cross-sectional analysis of 178 caregivers of young children (ages 2–10 years old), that were recruited from low-income, rural communities in East Tennessee, from November 2017 to June 2018. Caregivers self-reported measures of demographics, feeding practices, and child dietary intake. Multiple linear regression analyses were run, and found that higher use of caregiver modeling positively predicted child vegetable consumption (Beta = 1.02; p = 0.04). Higher caregiver intake of fruits and vegetables positively predicted child fruit consumption (Beta = 0.29; p = 0.02) and vegetable consumption (Beta = 1.56; p < 0.001), respectively. Higher home availability of healthier foods positively predicted child fruit consumption (Beta = 0.06; p = 0.002) and vegetable consumption (Beta = 0.09; p = 0.05). Higher home availability of less healthy foods positively predicted child consumption of high-sugar/high-fat snack foods (Beta = 0.59; p = 0.003). The findings of this study indicate that caregiver modeling, healthy caregiver dietary intake, and healthful home food availability are associated with healthier child dietary intake among young children in low-income, rural, Appalachian areas. Promoting these practices among caregivers may be an important strategy to enhancing dietary intake of children in this hard-to-reach, underserved population.

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Markers of healthy eating habits, water intake, and constipation in children between 4 and 7 years of age

Revista de Nutrição ◽

10.1590/1678-98652018000400002 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 31 (4) ◽

pp. 363-372

Author(s):

Cristiana Santos ANDREOLI ◽

Sarah Aparecida RIBEIRO-VIEIRA ◽

Poliana Cristina de Almeida FONSÊCA ◽

Ana Vládia Bandeira MOREIRA ◽

Sônia Machado Rocha RIBEIRO ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Water Intake ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Dietary Habits ◽

Eating Habits ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Food Diary ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Dietary Analysis ◽

Significance Level

ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate the association between diet and constipation in children between four and seven years of age. Methods A cross-sectional study with 152 children between 4 and 7 years of age residing in Viçosa, Brazil. Constipation was defined in accordance with the Rome IV diagnostic criteria. Dietary habits were evaluated based on the frequency of food intake using a food diary for three days. Dietary analysis considered foods deemed healthy and unhealthy which could be associated with constipation, as well as the children’s consumption of fruits and vegetables. The amounts of fiber and water consumed were also rated as adequate or inadequate. As part of the analyses, Student’s t-test and the chi-square test were performed with a significance level of p<0.05. Results The prevalence of constipation was 32.2%. Constipation was more common among children who did not consume fruits (p=0.020) or greens (p=0.002), as well as among children who consumed “instant” chocolate drinks (p=0.033). An association was found between the frequent consumption of fried food (p=0.020), a daily water intake lower than 600mL, and constipation (p=0.028). Conclusion Unhealthy eating habits among children, such as the lack of fruit and greens intake and the consumption of “instant” chocolate drinks and fried foods, were found to be positively correlated with constipation. The low fruit and vegetable consumption observed herein reflects the need for changes in children’s eating habits and the implementation of measures to promote the intake of healthy foods.

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Using epidemiological models to estimate the health effects of diet behaviour change: the example of tailored fruit and vegetable promotion

Public Health Nutrition ◽

10.1079/phn2005873 ◽

2006 ◽

Vol 9 (4) ◽

pp. 415-420 ◽

Cited By ~ 11

Author(s):

J Lennert Veerman ◽

Jan J Barendregt ◽

Johan P Mackenbach ◽

Johannes Brug

Keyword(s):

Nutrition Education ◽

Health Effects ◽

Behaviour Change ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Adult Population ◽

Evaluation Study ◽

Epidemiological Models ◽

Fruit And Vegetable ◽

Life Years

AbstractObjectiveTo explore the use of epidemiological modelling for the estimation of health effects of behaviour change interventions, using the example of computer-tailored nutrition education aimed at fruit and vegetable consumption in The Netherlands.DesignThe effects of the intervention on changes in consumption were obtained from an earlier evaluation study. The effect on health outcomes was estimated using an epidemiological multi-state life table model. Input data for the model consisted of relative risk estimates for cardiovascular disease and cancers, data on disease occurrence and mortality, and survey data on the consumption of fruits and vegetables.ResultsIf the computer-tailored nutrition education reached the entire adult population and the effects were sustained, it could result in a mortality decrease of 0.4 to 0.7% and save 72 to 115 life-years per 100 000 persons aged 25 years or older. Healthy life expectancy is estimated to increase by 32.7 days for men and 25.3 days for women. The true effect is likely to lie between this theoretical maximum and zero effect, depending mostly on durability of behaviour change and reach of the intervention.ConclusionEpidemiological models can be used to estimate the health impact of health promotion interventions.

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