scholarly journals Mindful Eating Proficiency and Healthy Eating Literacy in Japanese Mothers: Associations with Their Own and Their Children’s Eating Behavior

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Taro Nakamura ◽  
Nobuo Yoshiike
Keyword(s):  
Eating Behavior ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Eating Behaviors ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Present Moment ◽  
Mindful Eating ◽  
Obese People ◽  
Level Of Evidence ◽  
Japanese Mothers

Abstract Purpose Mindfulness is a psychological process that can be developed using meditation and other types of training to focus on the present moment. Applying this concept to eating (i.e., mindful eating; ME) is associated with regulated eating behavior, especially in overweight or obese people. Sustaining healthy eating habits requires both healthy eating literacy (HEL) and proficiency in ME. However, ME proficiency in Japanese people has not been sufficiently investigated. Methods We conducted a survey of mothers with 4 to 5-year-old children in Aomori City, Japan, to investigate their ME proficiency and HEL level, as well as eating behavior and self-reported body mass index in both mothers and their children. This study was the first to describe ME proficiency in Japanese mothers. Results ME proficiency in mothers was positively correlated with both their own and their children’s eating behaviors, suggesting a potential relationship, while strong relationships were not observed between the HEL level and eating behaviors of mothers and children. Conclusion Improving ME skills, rather than HEL, may be an effective way to sustain healthier eating behaviors in mothers and their children. Level of evidence: Level I, Evidence obtained from experimental studies

scholarly journals Mindful Eating Proficiency and Healthy Eating Literacy among Japanese Mothers: Associations with Their Own and Their Children’s Eating Behavior

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (12) ◽  
pp. 4439
Author(s):  
Taro Nakamura ◽  
Rie Akamatsu ◽  
Nobuo Yoshiike
Keyword(s):  
Eating Behavior ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Eating Behaviors ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Present Moment ◽  
Mindful Eating ◽  
Level Of Evidence ◽  
Nursery Schools ◽  
Healthy Eating Habits ◽  
Japanese Mothers

Mindfulness is a process of focusing one’s attention on the present moment. Applying this concept to eating (i.e., mindful eating (ME)) is associated with regulated eating behaviors, particularly in people with obesity and who are overweight. Sustaining healthy eating habits requires both healthy eating literacy (HEL) and proficiency in ME. However, ME proficiency in Japanese people has not been sufficiently investigated. In this paper, we conduct a survey of mothers with 4- to 5-year-old children in Aomori City, Japan, to investigate their ME proficiency and HEL level and eating behavior and self-reported body mass index in both mothers and their children from August to September 2019. This study is the first to describe ME proficiency in Japanese mothers. The study sample includes 128 participants from 18 nursery schools. ME proficiency in mothers was positively correlated with both their own and their children’s eating behaviors, thereby suggesting a potential relationship, while strong relationships were not observed between the HEL level and eating behaviors of mothers and children. Improving ME skills, rather than HEL, may be an effective way to sustain healthier eating behaviors in mothers and their children. The level of evidence was Level V: Opinions of respected authorities based on descriptive studies, narrative reviews, clinical experience, or reports of expert committees.

Determining the Utility of a Laboratory Eating Paradigm to Explore Social Eating

2016 ◽  
Vol 60 (1) ◽  
pp. 1120-1124
Author(s):  
Phillip Jasper ◽  
Adam Hoover ◽  
Eric Muth
Keyword(s):  
Eating Behavior ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Eating Behaviors ◽  
The United States ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Subjective Ratings ◽  
Health And Nutrition ◽  
Consumption Rates ◽  
Social Eating ◽  
University Laboratory

According to a recent National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, overweight and obesity have reached epidemic levels in the United States. Researchers are increasingly engaged in exploring eating behavior with the goals of trying to understand what elements of eating behavior might lead to overweight and obesity and applying knowledge from these studies to encourage people to engage in healthy eating behaviors. The purpose of the current study was to determine the utility of a new laboratory eating paradigm that attempts to create a natural social eating environment while maintaining the control possible within a university laboratory. Known effects of gender on eating behavior (e.g. consumption rates and bite size), positive subjective ratings of the food item used, and subjective ratings of perceived eating behavior were replicated to show the utility of the paradigm.

scholarly journals Investigating Eating Behaviors and Symptoms of Oral Frailty Using Questionnaires

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 66
Author(s):  
Tsukasa Hihara ◽  
Takaharu Goto ◽  
Tetsuo Ichikawa
Keyword(s):  
Eating Behavior ◽  
Eating Behaviors ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Regression Coefficients ◽  
Subjective Symptoms ◽  
Significant Independent Variable ◽  
Independent Variable ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Oral Frailty

A questionnaire survey was conducted to investigate eating behavior and the subjective symptoms of oral frailty, and to examine the relationship between them. A total of 744 subjects with ages over 65 years were included. The questionnaire comprised 18 question items indicating eating behavior and seven question items indicating oral frailty. All items were assessed according to 4 grades on a scale of 1 (not applicable) to 4 (applicable). The total score of oral frailty gradually increased with age. Regarding the scores for “eating recognition” and “eating habits”, no changes were observed, however the scores for “eating action” demonstrated a decreasing tendency with age and the scores of ≥ 85 years age group was significantly lower than the 65–69, 70–74, and 75–79 years age groups. As a result of multiple regression analysis, among the significant independent variable, the scores of “I do not chew foods well” under the category of “eating action” showed the highest standard partial regression coefficients for dependent variable of symptoms of oral frailty. The significant association was found between the eating behavior and subjective symptoms of oral frailty, and this study suggests that the good chewing habit might be an important criterion for the prevention of oral frailty.

scholarly journals Influence of Parental Mindful Eating Practices on Child Emotional Eating: A Systematic Review of the Literature

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 396-396
Author(s):  
Caroline Brantley ◽  
Linda Knol ◽  
Joy Douglas
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Children And Adolescents ◽  
Emotional Eating ◽  
English Language ◽  
Eating Behaviors ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Quality Data ◽  
Mindful Eating ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Eating Practices

Abstract Objectives Parents and caregivers shape the social and environmental factors that influence a child's intake and eating behaviors. Parental feeding practices may lead to recurring emotional eating in the child. Mindful eating practices may decrease emotional eating behaviors in adults and adolescents. The purpose of this systematic review was to investigate the influence of parental mindful eating on emotional eating behaviors of their children and adolescents. A second purpose of this systematic review was to determine whether parental or child participation in a mindful eating intervention improves emotional eating among children. Methods This review (PROSPERO 168,265) was conducted utilizing EBSCOhost to search five databases. The search was limited to full-text, peer-reviewed studies in the English language from 2014–2020. Studies included must have evaluated parental mindful eating and child emotion- or stress-related eating. Studies were excluded if parents were not involved and mindful eating/feeding/or parenting and child emotional eating were not measured. Authors used standard Cochrane methodological procedures. The process identified seven studies. Results Among the four cross-sectional studies, parental mindful eating/feeding/parenting skills were either directly or indirectly related to decreased emotional eating in the child or adolescent. However, the effect was unclear among the experimental studies. Most of these studies were pilot feasibility studies. Measures of mindful and emotional eating differed across studies. Conclusions Parental mindful eating may improve emotional eating behaviors among children and adolescents. Randomized controlled trials are needed to evaluate parent mindful eating interventions on child and adolescent eating behaviors. Future trials need to use similar validated measures to ensure consistent quality data collection and allow for comparison of findings across studies. Funding Sources N/A.

scholarly journals The Effect of a Self-Management Program Combined with Social Support on the Self-Management and Healthy Eating Behaviors among Patients with Cardiovascular Disease

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Pachanut NUNTHAITAWEEKUL ◽  
Junpen PANSUP
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease ◽  
Eating Behavior ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Eating Behaviors ◽  
Management Program ◽  
The Self ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Healthy Eating Behavior ◽  
Healthy Eating Behaviors

Unhealthy eating behaviors are one of the major causes of Coronary vascular disease (CVD). The self-management program combined with social support (CIP) was implemented to improve the patients’ self-management ability and maintain their eating behaviors to a healthier standard. The purpose of this study was to compare the scores of self-management and healthy eating behaviors of patients with CVD in the experimental CIP group before and after participation in the CIP. It also compared self-management and healthy eating behavior scores between patients with CVD who entered the CIP with the usual nursing care group. This study was a quasi-experimental approach with 2 groups of pre-and post-tests. The sample size of 50 cases, 25 in each group, was considered for the study. Questionnaires were used to assess the patient’s self-management and healthy eating behavior scores. Descriptive statistics, dependent t-test, and independent t-test were used for the data analysis. The findings revealed that the experimental group showed a significantly (p < 0.05) increased average self-management (46.2 ± 5.6 to 51.1 ± 5.9) and healthy eating behaviors (39.3 ± 5.5 to 48.4 ± 4.0) scores after the program than before. They also had a significantly (p < 0.05) higher self-management and healthy eating behavior scores than the control group (51.1 ± 5.9 vs. 48.9 ± 6.0 and 48.4 ± 4.0 vs. 39.8 ± 7.5, respectively). This program increased the patients’ self-management scores, and consequentially their healthy eating behaviors score also improved.   Keywords: The self-management program, social support, Cardiovascular disease, self-management, healthy eating behaviors

scholarly journals Knowledge and Self-Efficacy Towards Eating Behaviors by People Living with Diabetes Mellitus

2021 ◽  
pp. 288-298
Author(s):  
Lisa Anita Sari ◽  
Ani Astuti ◽  
Diah Merdekawati
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Eating Behavior ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Eating Behaviors ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Healthy Eating Behavior ◽  
The Impact

Diabetes mellitus sufferers have metabolic issues caused by insulin disorders which indicate hyperglycemia. Behavior related to food and eating, including the amount of calories, dietary choices, setting a meal plan, and control dietary challenges are particularly important for diabetes mellitus sufferers owing to the impact of these measures on the speed with which blood glucose levels increase. With better understanding, diabetic patients can analyze their food intake and adopt appropriate eating behaviors. Self-efficacy can affect the patient’s commitment to their health. Knowledge and self-efficacy support healthy eating behavior patterns. This study aims to identify the relationship between knowledge and self-efficacy with regards to eating behaviors among people living with diabetes mellitus. Bandura’s promotion model was provided as a conceptual framework. A simple random sampling technique was used to recruit 201 participants with diabetes mellitus type 2. Data collection was via a Demographic Questionnaire, an Eating Behavior Questionnaire, a Diabetes Knowledge Questionnaire (DKQ), and a Diabetes Mellitus Self-Efficacy Questionnaire (DMSQ). Data was analysed using univariate and bivariate analysis. The results indicate that participants’ eating behavior, knowledge, and self-efficacy were at a low level. This study also indicated a significant relationship between knowledge (p < 0,000) and self-efficacy (p < 0,00) and eating behaviors. The results provide important information to suggests that community nurses should increase the knowledge about diabetes mellitus management and use self-efficacy to design effective intervention to promote healthy eating behavior to keep blood sugar in control.   Keywords: eating behavior, knowledge, self-efficacy, diabetes mellitus

scholarly journals Determinants of parental responsibility to promote healthy eating behaviors in children: a scoping review protocol

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (15) ◽  
pp. e531101522043
Author(s):  
Azucena Lizalde Hernández ◽  
Juliana Graciela Vestena Zillmer ◽  
María Mercedes Moreno González ◽  
Josefina Valenzuela Gandarilla
Keyword(s):  
Eating Behavior ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Eating Behaviors ◽  
Secondary Analysis ◽  
Parental Responsibility ◽  
Healthy Eating Behavior ◽  
Determining Factors ◽  
Ethical Approval ◽  
Review Protocol

Introduction: The parental responsibility of parents regarding the feeding of children implies having a responsible job when selecting, preparing and offering food to their children; in addition, qualities of exemplary behavior such as healthy eating behavior that influences the habits that their children acquire; however, there are multiple determining factors that negatively affect it. Objective: To identify the determining factors in the parental responsibility of caregivers to promote an eating behavior in children from 6 months to 12 years old. Methods: The review will be carried out according to the methodology proposed by Hilary Arksey and Lisa O`Malley updated by The Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) for scoping review. A comprehensive search strategy will be applied with the support of the research librarian to refine the search and locate the studies. Inclusion criteria of quantitative, qualitative and mixed studies will be applied, in titles, abstract and full text; Two reviewers will independently extract the information using a screening tool; finally, the results will be presented narratively and tables or figures will be used. Ethics and disclosure: This scoping review will involve a secondary analysis of the data already collected and therefore does not require ethical approval. The results of this research will be submitted to peer-reviewed journals for publication and will also be disseminated at conferences and seminars.

Knowledge, Attitudes, Self-Efficacy, and Healthy Eating Behavior Among Children: Results From the Building Healthy Communities Trial

2019 ◽  
Vol 46 (4) ◽  
pp. 602-611 ◽  
Author(s):  
Noel L. Kulik ◽  
E. Whitney Moore ◽  
Erin E. Centeio ◽  
Alex C. Garn ◽  
Jeffrey J. Martin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Behavior Change ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Student Attitudes ◽  
Eating Behaviors ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Measurement Model ◽  
Healthy Communities ◽  
And Behavior

Background/Aim. Increased knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about a topic and behavioral capability and self-efficacy for healthy eating are often a precursor to behavior change. The purpose of this study is to determine the effectiveness of the multicomponent school-based program on children’s healthy eating knowledge, attitudes, and self-efficacy for healthy eating, and on their eating habits over time. Method. Quasi-experimental (4 treatment, 2 comparison) in a metropolitan area using a pretest–posttest method. Participants were 628 fifth-grade youth (377 treatment, 251 comparison) with a mean age of 9.9 years. The Building Healthy Communities (BHC) program is an 8-month school-wide healthy school transformation program and includes six main components. Outcome measures include children’s healthy eating knowledge, attitudes, self-efficacy, and behavior. Missing data were imputed, confirmatory factor analysis tested scale factor structure, and path analysis determined a parsimonious path explaining behavior change. Results. The Student Attitudes and Self-Efficacy (SASE) scale had good measurement model fit. BHC group’s healthy eating knowledge and behaviors increased significantly, while SASE remained moderate. For both groups, the students’ knowledge and SASE significantly predicted their healthy eating behaviors; however, the intervention group accounted for a greater amount of variance (35% vs. 26%). Discussion. The BHC program was effective in improving healthy eating knowledge and behavior among youth, and the relationship between variables did not vary by group. Healthy eating knowledge is a significant predictor of both future knowledge and behavior.

scholarly journals ‘Oh God, I Have to Eat Something, But Where Can I Get Something Quickly?’—A Qualitative Interview Study on Barriers to Healthy Eating among University Students in Germany

Nutrients ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 2440 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer Hilger-Kolb ◽  
Katharina Diehl
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Eating Behavior ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Communicable Diseases ◽  
Non Communicable Diseases ◽  
Qualitative Interview Study ◽  
The Future

Healthy eating can prevent individuals across all age groups from developing overweight/obesity and non-communicable diseases such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. However, unhealthy eating habits (e.g., a high level of fast food consumption) have been found to be widespread among university students. Thus, it seems necessary to develop prevention strategies to improve students’ eating habits. However, to ensure that such strategies are successful, it is important that they fit the needs of the target population. By conducting qualitative interviews with students (n = 20), we aimed to get a deeper understanding of barriers to healthy eating. Students were asked about barriers to healthy eating and to suggest possible ideas that could improve their eating behavior in the future. Our findings revealed that students are especially affected by time-related barriers (e.g., a lack of time due to university commitment) and environmental barriers (e.g., a lack of cheap, tasty, and healthy meal options at the university canteen). Time-related barriers were also related to motivational barriers (e.g., being too lazy to cook after a busy day at university). In addition, knowledge/information-related barriers, social-support-related barriers, and transition-related barriers emerged from our interviews. The variety of barriers addressed and the different views on some of these, indicate that various strategies seem to be needed to improve the eating behavior among university students and to prevent them from gaining weight and developing non-communicable diseases in the future.

scholarly journals Determinants of US University Students’ Willingness to Include Whole Grain Pasta in Their Diet

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (6) ◽  
pp. 3173
Author(s):  
Rungsaran Wongprawmas ◽  
Giovanni Sogari ◽  
Davide Menozzi ◽  
Nicoletta Pellegrini ◽  
Michele Lefebvre ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Eating Behaviors ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Information Provision ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Whole Grain ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Nutritional Benefits

College students’ lifestyle and eating habits strongly affect their health. Among many healthy eating behaviors, including whole grain food in the diet is known as providing health benefits such as maintaining a steady blood sugar, lower cholesterol, and since it is rich in fiber and minerals, it is essential for the well-being. However, consumers’ intakes of whole grain products remain below recommendation, including college students. This study aims to evaluate determinant factors contributing to college students’ willingness to include whole grain pasta in their diets. A sample of 499 students enrolled in a US college participated in this study. Most students perceived whole grain pasta as healthy and filling and somewhat tasty. Availability and price were not barriers for consumption. Logistic regression results suggested that factors affecting students’ willingness to consume whole grain pasta in the future were the desire to eat, cognitive and affective attitudes, perception of whole grain pasta, as well as having already chosen pasta thanks to its availability at the dining. Two student segments were identified according to their healthy eating perception: Uninvolved and Health-conscious. Cognitive attitudes such as beneficial and essential had positive effects on consumption in both segments, suggesting that information provision covering specific health/nutritional benefits of whole grains for students is crucial.

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