scholarly journals Influence of Nutritional Awareness on Grocery Shopping by Kuwaiti Parents in Relation to Children Nutrition

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 60-69
Author(s):  
Dalal Al-Roumi ◽  
◽  
Dina Abu-Abdo ◽  
Mariam Al-Khulaifi ◽  
Sara Al-Khadhari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Eating Habits ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Nutrition Knowledge ◽  
Grocery Shopping ◽  
University Graduates ◽  
Nutritional Knowledge ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Food Items ◽  
Children's Nutrition ◽  
Chi Square Test

Background Caregivers, specifically parents, are ultimately responsible for the nutrition of children living in the household, in spite of the children’s preferences for food items. There have been no studies on the relationship between the nutritional knowledge level of Kuwaiti parents who grocery shop and their children’s nutrition. Therefore, this study was carried out to explore grocery shopping patterns of Kuwaiti parents in relation to their children's eating habits. Methods A questionnaire was administered by 4 of the authors through face-to-face interviews with 100 Kuwaiti parents who grocery shop for their families. The questionnaire was designed to cover three main categories: demographics, parents’ nutritional knowledge, and children’s nutrition. Subjects were interviewed at random at 6 supermarket locations. Data were analyzed utilizing a SPSS statistical package and the Chi–Square test was used to examine the association between variables at the p<0.05 level of significance. Results Demographic data of respondents showed that 92% were married, 66% were females, 61% were university graduates, and 84% allowed children to choose food items while shopping. Children’s age ranged from 2 to 18-years. Results indicated that the media was the main source of nutrition knowledge of participants. About 50% were familiar with food labels, 74% were shopping for nutrition claims and most parents (60%) were shopping for low-fat products. Analysis of data revealed several associations among demographics, nutrition knowledge of parents and nutrition of children. Conclusion This study is the first of its type to be carried out in Kuwait. It revealed several important aspects of parents’ background and awareness of nutrition as influencing factors on their grocery shopping. It is hoped that this line of research will be expanded, for the benefit of children’s health and avoidance of future nutrition-related diseases.

scholarly journals Hubungan Pola Makan dan Pengetahuan Gizi Seimbang dengan Gizi Lebih Mahasiswa STIKes Mitra Keluarga

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 22-27
Author(s):  
Cristin Octaviani Sagala ◽  
Noerfitri Noerfitri
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Nutrition Knowledge ◽  
P Value ◽  
Nutritional Knowledge ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Food Frequency ◽  
Consecutive Sampling ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Nutritional Needs

Abstrak Latar Belakang : Pada masa remaja diperlukan kebutuhan gizi yang berbeda dengan masa kanak-kanak. Pemenuhan kebutuhan gizi remaja dipengaruhi faktor seperti pola makan dan pengetahuan tentang gizi. Pola makan dan pengetahuan gizi yang tidak baik dapat mempengaruhi status gizi pada remaja. Prevalensi overweight pada remaja berdasarkan IMT/U pada 2018 naik menjadi 13,6% dibandingkan tahun 2013 (11,5%), sedangkan yang mengalami obesitas juga mengalami kenaikan dari tahun 2013 yaitu sebesar 14,8 menjadi 21,8% pada tahun 2018. Studi ini ditujukan untuk menganalisis hubungan pola makan dan pengetahuan gizi seimbang dengan kejadian gizi lebih pada mahasiswa di STIKes Mitra Keluarga Bekasi. Metode: Studi cross sectional dilakukan pada 161 mahasiswa STIKes Mitra Keluarga yang dipilih menggunakan teknik consecutive sampling. Instrumen yang digunakan yaitu kuesioner pengetahuan gizi seimbang dan Food Frequency Questionare (FFQ). Data dianalisis menggunakan uji Chi Square. Hasil : Mayoritas sampel berjenis kelamin perempuan (94,4%), berusia 19 tahun (50,3%) dan berasal dari program studi S1 Keperawatan (43,5%) dan analisis bivariat menggunakan uji Chi-Square menunjukkan bahwa nilai p-value pada masing-masing variabel penelitian yaitu Pola Makan (0,831) dan Pengetahuan Gizi Seimbang (0,952). Kesimpulan: Tidak ada hubungan yang signifikan antara pola makan dan pengetahuan gizi seimbang dengan kejadian gizi lebih pada mahasiswa STIKes Mitra Keluarga Bekasi.   Diet and Balanced Nutrition Knowledge with Overnutrition of STIKes Mitra Keluarga Students Abstract Background: In adolescence, different nutritional needs are needed from childhood. Nutritional needs of adolescents can influenced by factors such as diet and knowledge of nutrition. Poor diet and nutritional knowledge can affect the nutritional status of adolescents. The prevalence of overweight in adolescents based on BMI/age in 2018 increased to 13.6% compared to 2013 (11.5%), while those who are obese also experienced an increase from 2013, which 14.8 to 21.8% in 2018. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between diet and knowledge of balanced nutrition with the incidence of overnutrition among students at STIKes Mitra Keluarga Bekasi. Methods: Cross sectional study was conducted on 161 STIKes Mitra Keluarga students who were selected using consecutive sampling technique. The instruments used were a balanced nutrition knowledge questionnaire and the Food Frequency Questionare (FFQ). Data were analyzed using the Chi Square test. Results: Majority of the sample was female (94.4%), 19 years old (50.3%) and came undergraduate of Nursing program (43.5%). Chi-Square test result indicated that the p-value for each research variable for diet was 0.831 and balanced nutrition knowledge was 0.952. Conclusion: There was no significant relationship between diet and knowledge of balanced nutrition with the incidence of overnutrition among STIKes Mitra Keluarga Bekasi students.

The Effects of Computer Game on Preschool Children’s Nutrition Knowledge and Junk Food Intake Behavior (Preprint)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chin-En Yen
Keyword(s):  
Food Intake ◽  
Nutrition Education ◽  
Computer Games ◽  
Computer Game ◽  
Nutrition Knowledge ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Junk Food ◽  
Nutritional Knowledge ◽  
Children's Nutrition ◽  
Game Intervention

BACKGROUND Computer games can increase children’s interest in learning, and then improve their nutritional knowledge, and their dietary intake behavior. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to evaluate the short-term effectiveness of computer games on preschool children's nutrition knowledge and junk food intake behavior. This study was a cross-sectional study. METHODS We recruited 104 preschool children age 5-6 years from preschools and randomly assign to experiment group (n=56) and control group (n=48). The researchers used Construct 2 to design and produce the "Healthy Rat King" computer game as a nutrition education tool for children. The computer game courses intervention was one hour per week for four consecutive weeks in experiment group, and the control group did not received computer game intervention. RESULTS The results showed that the nutrition knowledge score of children in experiment group were significant higher than the control group after four weeks of computer game course intervention, and the frequency of chocolate, candies, and ice cream intake was significantly reduced in experiment group after four weeks of computer game intervention. CONCLUSIONS computer game teaching suggested that improved children’s nutrition knowledge and decreased the frequency of junk food intake.

Assessing the Efficacy of a Group Mediated Nutritional Knowledge Intervention for Individuals with Obesity

2016 ◽  
Vol 77 (4) ◽  
pp. 206-209 ◽  
Author(s):  
Baukje Miedema ◽  
Andrea Bowes ◽  
Ryan Hamilton ◽  
Stacey Reading
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Nutrition Knowledge ◽  
The Self ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Nutritional Knowledge ◽  
Healthy Foods ◽  
Registered Dietitians ◽  
Active Intervention

Purpose: This study reports on the effect of a group-based nutrition and physical activity intervention program on nutrition knowledge and eating habits in a cohort of people with obesity. Methods: A quasi-experimental design with pre- and post-test measures. The intervention consisted of physical activity led by certified exercise physiologists and a nutritional education component led by registered dietitians over a 6-month period followed by 6 months of self-management. Participants’ nutrition knowledge and eating habits were assessed using the modified Nutrition Assessment, the Nutrition Knowledge Survey, and the Food Choice Questionnaires at baseline, after the 6-month intervention, and after 6 months of self-management. Results: Complete data were available for 59 (40%) of participants after 12 months because of attrition. Nutritional knowledge and behaviours improved. Participants reported increasing their consumption of healthy foods during the active intervention and maintained these changes through the self-management phase. Knowledge of healthy foods was improved and a greater likelihood of choosing food for weight control and health properties was reported. Conclusions: Knowledge and reported consumption of healthier nutrition improved during the active intervention and was maintained during the self-management period for individuals who completed the program. Registered dietitians can play an important role in managing patients with obesity in group settings.

scholarly journals Hubungan Pengetahuan Ibu tentang Gizi dan Asupan Makan Balita dengan Status Gizi Balita (BB/U) Usia 12-24 Bulan

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 369
Author(s):  
Nindyna Puspasari ◽  
Merryana Andriani
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Family Income ◽  
Child Growth ◽  
Nutritional Knowledge ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Nutrition Intake ◽  
Employment Education ◽  
Cross Sectional Design

Background: Toddler is an important period in child growth that will determine the future development. The accuracy of toddler feeding is affected by mother’s knowledge of nutrition, considering mother as the main food provider for family. Besides, nutrition intake of toddler could also affected nutritional status. Objectives: This study aimed to determine associated of mother’s nutrition knowledge and toddler’s nutrition intake with toddler’s nutritional status (WAZ) at the age 12-24 months. Methods: This study was an observational analytic research with cross-sectional design in Tambak Wedi Village, Kenjeran Sub District, Surabaya done in July 2017. The sample was 47 toddlers at the age of 12-24 months. The independent variables were mother’s characteristic (age, employment, education, family income), mother’s nutritional knowledge, and toddler’s nutrition intake (calories, carbohydrate, protein and fat). The dependent variable was toddler’s nutritional status. The data collected by interview used questionnaire such as 2x24 hours food recall for toddler’s intake nutrition, and weight measurement. Results: The result showed that most of respondents have good knowledge with normal nutritional status (81.8%) and respondents have less knowledge with unnormal nutritional status (92.9%). The result of chi square test showed that there was a relation between mother’s knowledge (p = 0.000), toddler’s calori (p = 0.008), carbohydrate (p = 0.024) and protein intake (p = 0.002). Meanwhile, there was no association between characteristic of motherand fat intake (p = 0.175) with nutritional status (WAZ). Conclusions: The conlusion of this study is toddler’s nutritional status influenced by mother’s knowledge about nutrition and toddler’s nutrition intake. Therefore, it is necessary to increase mother’s knowledge about nutrition through counseling and increase toddler’s nutrition intake (calories, carbohydrate and protein). ABSTRAK Latar Belakang: Masa balita merupakan suatu periode penting dalam tumbuh kembang anak karena masa balita yang akan menentukan perkembangan anak di masa selanjutnya. Ketepatan pemberian makan pada balita dapat dipengaruhi oleh pengetahuan ibu tentang gizi karena ibu sebagai tombak dalam penyedia makanan untuk keluarga. Selain pengetahuan ibu tentang gizi, tingkat asupan makan balita juga dapat secara langsung mempengaruhi status gizi balita tersebut.Tujuan: Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui hubungan pengetahuan ibu tentang gizi dan asupan makan balita dengan status gizi balita (BB/U) usia 12-24 bulan.Metode: Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian observasional analitik dengan desain cross-sectional dan dilakukan di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Tambak Wedi Kecamatan Kenjeran Kota Surabaya pada bulan Juli 2017. Sampel penelitian yaitu balita usia 12-24 bulan sebanyak 47 balita. Variabel independen yang diteliti adalah karakteristik ibu (usia, pekerjaan, pendidikan dan pendapatan keluarga), pengetahuan ibu tentang gizi, dan asupan makan balita (energi, karbohidrat, protein dan lemak). Variabel dependen yang diteliti adalah status gizi balita (BB/U). Pengumpulan data dilakukan menggunakan metode wawancara dengan kuesioner recall 2x24 jam untuk mengetahui asupan makan balita dan pengukuran berat badan balita.Hasil: Penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sebagian besar ibu balita memiliki pengetahuan tentang gizi yang baik dengan status gizi balita normal (81,8%) dan yang memiliki pengetahuan kurang dengan status gizi balita tidak normal (92,9%). Hasil uji statistik chi square menunjukkan adanya hubungan antara pengetahuan ibu (p = 0,000), asupan energi (p = 0,008), asupan karbohidrat (p = 0,024) dan asupan protein balita (p = 0,002) dengan status gizi balita (BB/U). Namun, tidak terdapat hubungan antara karakteristik ibu dan asupan lemak balita (p = 0,175) dengan status gizi balita (BB/U).Kesimpulan: Status gizi balita dipengaruhi oleh pengetahuan ibu tentang gizi dan asupan makan balita (energi, karbohidrat dan protein). Oleh karena itu, diperlukan peningkatan pengetahuan ibu tentang gizi melalui penyuluhan dan peningkatan asupan makan balita (energi, karbohidrat dan protein).

scholarly journals Study of perinatal outcome of foetuses with nuchal cord

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (9) ◽  
pp. 3507
Author(s):  
Misbah M. Inamdar ◽  
Asmita N. Patil
Keyword(s):  
Perinatal Outcome ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Mode Of Delivery ◽  
Perinatal Outcomes ◽  
Common Finding ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Nuchal Cord ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Meconium Staining

Background: Entanglement of the umbilical cord around the foetal neck (nuchal cord) is a common finding at delivery, but its clinical relevance is not entirely clear. Nuchal cords have generally been considered to be rather benign. However, the insufficiency in data regarding the role of nuchal cord in foetal morbidity and mortality is a source of anxiety and frustration to both parturient and healthcare professionals. Considering the above facts the present study was taken up to establish the incidence of nuchal cord at delivery in the existing setup.Methods: This was a cross sectional comparative study conducted over a period of one year from May 2013 to April 2014. A total of 362 women were selected for the study. These women were briefed about the nature of the study and a written informed consent was obtained. The demographic data and obstetrical history were documented on predesigned proforma. The data obtained was analysed using percentages and comparison done using chi-square test for discrete variables.Results: Incidence of Nuchal Cord was 17.7% among study cases. Based on this study gestational age may have an effect on the presence of nuchal cord (p<0.05). Out of 64 cases with nuchal cord’, 11.4% of cases had meconium stained liquor present. 9.8% of cases with nuchal cord had FHR irregularity, which was significantly less as compared to 20.0% of cases who did not show FHR irregularity. This was statistically significant. (p=0.032). 18.7% of mother who showed presence of nuchal cord had delivery by caesarean section. 22.7% of cases with nuchal cord had NICU admissions, which was insignificantly more as compared to 17.0% of cases who did not have NICU admissions.Conclusions: Intrapartum events such as meconium staining of liquor and foetal heart rate irregularities were more commonly associated with nuchal cord but it did not affect the perinatal outcome. However, the mode of delivery was independent of the presence of nuchal cord, thereby reducing the morbidity to the mother. Hence nuchal cord is not associated with adverse perinatal outcomes and the presence of a nuchal cord per se is not found to be an indication of operative delivery.

scholarly journals Nursing Students' Eating Habits, Subjective, and Mediterranean Nutrition Knowledge During the COVID-19 Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. 237796082110382
Author(s):  
Gizell Green
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Nursing Student ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Nutrition Knowledge ◽  
Nutritional Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Subjective Knowledge ◽  
Healthy Eating Habits

Background Mediterranean nutrition knowledge, healthy eating habits, and subjective nutritional knowledge are crucially important to nursing students’ health. The study strives to examine, during the COVID-19 pandemic period: (a) nursing students' eating habits and their subjective nutritional knowledge according to three groups: novice, advanced, and senior; and (b) subjective knowledge and its role as a mediator between Mediterranean nutritional knowledge and nursing students’ eating habits. Methods A cross-sectional study design with a convenience sample consisting of 212 university nursing students. Participants volunteered to complete a questionnaire that examined their eating habits, subjective nutritional knowledge, and Mediterranean diet knowledge. The university's institutional review board provided permission to conduct the current study. Results Nursing students from the novice group had better eating habits than the advanced and senior groups, and no significant differences were found between the advanced and senior groups regarding eating habits. Additionally, Mediterranean nutritional knowledge had a positive indirect effect on eating habits through subjective nutritional knowledge. Therefore, subjective nutritional knowledge partially mediated the relationship between Mediterranean nutritional knowledge and eating habits. Conclusion First, especially for the advanced and senior groups, it is important to create opportunities for learning via seminars, symposia, and webinars. Interprofessional teams, such as clinical nutritionists or a registered certified dietitian and nursing student, can engage with important, authentic information. Second, since subjective nutritional knowledge was found to be a partial mediator, it may be assumed that there are other mediating variables that we did not examine in this study. Therefore, it is necessary to conduct further research to examine other factors that can serve as mediators for eating habits, in addition to subjective knowledge, especially during COVID-19 times.

scholarly journals Determinan Kejadian Anemia Pada Remaja Putri Di SMA Negeri 1 Reteh Kecamatan Reteh Kabupaten Indragiri Hilir Tahun 2019

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 88-98
Author(s):  
Sherly Vermita w ◽  
M Dedi Widodo ◽  
Leon Candra ◽  
Fenti Rialita
Keyword(s):  
Eating Habits ◽  
Cell Mass ◽  
Young Female ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
P Value ◽  
Red Cell ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Menstrual Patterns

Anemia is a condition where there is a decrease in the number of red cell mass which is indicated by adecrease in hemoglobin level <11 g / dl, hematocrit, and erythrocyte count (red cell count). The Indragiri HilirDistrict Health Office for girlsin 2016 amounted to 22.8% of 880, 201 young women who experienced anemia.General Objectives Describe and determine Determinants that affect the incidence of anemia in youngwomen in SMA 1 Reteh in 2018. This type of research is observational analytic with Cross Sectional researchdesign. The population in this study were all young female in SMA 1 Reteh with a total of 405 female studentsand the number of samples in this study was 198 students taken using simple random techniques. Theanalysis used was univariate and bivariate analysis with chi-square test. The results showed values forknowledge (P value = 0.001), eating habits for inhibiting iron absorption (P value = 0.001), menstrual patterns(P value = 0.001) and nutritional status (P value = 0.001) meaning that there was a significant relationshipwith the incidence of anemia. It is better for the SMA 1 Reteh to be expected by the teacher to provide anemiaknowledge to the students and put information on anemia. And it is expected that students consumenutritious foods to avoid anemia

scholarly journals The Importance Of A Consultation Liaison Psychiatry Service In General Hospitals: A Brazilian 6-Years Experience

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yoichi Takaki Konno ◽  
Fernanda Menezes de Faria ◽  
Gisele Zocoller Seno ◽  
Vinicius dos Santos Sguerri ◽  
Ana Carolina Gonçalves Olmos ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Records ◽  
Treatment Plan ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Liaison Psychiatry ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
General Hospitals ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Consultation Liaison Psychiatry ◽  
Level Of Significance

Abstract Background: The importance of consultation-liaison psychiatry (CLP) services have been progressively growing in all general hospitals.Methods: Data were collected from medical records of patients treated by the CLP service, from 2014 to 2020, including clinical-demographic data, characteristics of hospitalization, reason for request, treatment plan, and clinical outcome. For these analyses, the chi-square test, z-test, and Kruskal-Wallis test were used. The level of significance was set at 5%.Results: A total of 2,742 consultation requests were evaluated by the psychiatry team. The number of requests made grew by 109.64% over the years. In 58.21% of cases, the patient was in the ward, and 33% were requested by Internal Medicine. There was a statistically significant difference (p <0.001) in the distribution of reasons for request according to patients' characterization variables.Conclusions: This study sought to analyze the functioning and growth of CLP in a tertiary Brazilian general hospital. The present findings reinforce the importance of this service and the need to implement and develop CLP in general hospitals.

scholarly journals Key Predictors of Overweight and Obesity in Adult Population

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 79-86
Author(s):  
M. Popovicova ◽  
M. Belovicova ◽  
P. Snopek ◽  
J. Babecka
Keyword(s):  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Overweight Or Obesity

Introduction: According to experts, overweight and obesity, are the most dangerous civilization diseases of today. World- wide, over 312 million people are obese and another 1.3 billion suffer from obesity. Increased weight is a significant health risk and it means a decrease in quality of life and, especially in life expectancy. Because of this, in our research, weaddressthe problem of current society which is overweight and obesity. Methods:To verify hypotheses, we used chi-square test of inde- pendence. It is a universal statistical test with wide use. It is most often used to verify the relation between nominal type variables. Results:By analyzing the results, we have found that over- weight or obesity of the parents, respondents’ satisfaction, eating habits and gender are related to overweight and obesity of the respondents. However, we have not found a relation between the physical activity of the respondents and their overweight or obesity. In case our respondents do not exercise and have bad eating habits, their body weight would be likely to increase. Conclusion:To prevent the development of overweight and obesity and its complications that have a negative impact on our health, it is necessary to make a targeted and effective in- tervention that is aimed at a healthy lifestyle.

scholarly journals Visibly Marked and Microchipped Lost Dogs Have a Higher Chance to Find Their Owners in Belgrade

2015 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 79-83 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marijana Vučinić ◽  
Katarina Radisavljević ◽  
Alexandra Hammond-Seaman ◽  
Vlatko Ilieski
Keyword(s):  
Recovery Rate ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Demographic Characteristics ◽  
Data Bases ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Animal Protection ◽  
Lost And Found ◽  
Chi Square Test

Abstract The aim of the study was to analyse the demographic characteristics of lost and found dogs in Belgrade, Serbia. The demographic data concerning the 246 lost and 81 found dogs in the period of 5 consecutive years (January, 2009 to January 2014) was sampled and analysed from the data bases of four organizations for animal protection in Belgrade. The recovery rate of lost dogs and the chance to be reunited again with their owners was 33%. The highest recovery rate was estimated in the category of lost dogs with visible marks such as tags or collars (30%).The chi-square test disclosed that besides dogs with special visible marks, significantly more females, light colour coated, friendly/sociable and neutered dogs were reunited with their owners (P<0.0001).

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