scholarly journals Factors influencing eating behavior of Benghazi University students

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 20-29
Author(s):  
Souad Farag El-Mani ◽  
Reima M. Mansour ◽  
Amna E Abdessamad ◽  
Etchomaly A. Al-Abbar ◽  
Nour Shallouf ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Eating Behavior ◽  
Statistical Difference ◽  
Healthy Food ◽  
P Value ◽  
Eating Patterns ◽  
Eating Pattern ◽  
Poor Knowledge ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Unhealthy Eating

Background: University students are more exposed to new individual and environmental influences. This transition period is considered as a risky life phase because it’s characterized by changing in physical and social status as well as changing in the lifestyle that will affect the eating behavior of students. Aims and Objectives: The current study aimed to determine the factors influencing the eating behaviors of Benghazi University students. Materials and Methods: A cross sectional study was undertaken for a period from January to May 2019 in Benghazi University. Samples of 300 students were requested to fill out a questionnaire. SPSS was used to analyze the data. Results: After starting university, (64%) of students stated that they had a change in eating behavior and (59%) of participants reported unhealthy eating pattern. About (67%) of students had a sedentary lifestyle with the majority of them were having unhealthy eating patterns (P value = 0.000). According to the BMI the majority of students had normal weight (62.6%). About (80%) of student reported that the lack of time to prepare a healthy meal during study period was effective and More than half of the students reported that inaccessibility of healthy food, student’s positive emotions, poor knowledge of healthy food, and stress associated with exams period were effective. There was a statistical difference between student’s eating patterns and poor knowledge, lack of time, stress, body weight concerns, negative emotions, peer pressure, lack of parental control, mass media and social life (P value < 0.05). Conclusion: This study concluded that the majority of students undergo a negative shift in their eating and lifestyle after starting university, and there is statistical difference between many factors and student’s eating pattern.

scholarly journals Acceptance of a New Food Enriched in β-Glucans among Adolescents: Effects of Food Technology Neophobia and Healthy Food Habits

Foods ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 433 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristina Proserpio ◽  
Ella Pagliarini ◽  
Monica Laureati ◽  
Beatrice Frigerio ◽  
Vera Lavelli
Keyword(s):  
Wheat Flour ◽  
Eating Behavior ◽  
Food Habits ◽  
Control Sample ◽  
Healthy Food ◽  
Food Technology ◽  
Unhealthy Eating ◽  
Healthy Eating Behavior ◽  
Two Samples ◽  
Age Range

The aim of the present study was to evaluate adolescents’ acceptability of a novel flat bread modified by substituting a part of the wheat flour content with a Pleurotus ostreatus powder rich in β-glucans, which can potentially provide health benefits. The effects of food technology neophobia and adolescents’ food habits on hedonic perception of the developed product was also investigated. Two hundred and two adolescents (age range: 13–18 years; girls: 49.5%; boys: 50.5%) evaluated their liking of two flat breads, one with mushroom powder added and one control sample with only wheat flour. Sample acceptance was studied in relation to age, gender, neophobic traits and healthy food habits. The results showed that, even if the sample with mushroom powder added was generally well accepted, there were different hedonic responses among adolescents according to their food technology neophobia level and healthy habits. In particular, adolescents with a low food technology neophobia level and healthy eating behavior mostly appreciated the sample with mushroom powder added, whereas subjects with neophobic and unhealthy eating behavior gave comparable hedonic scores to the two samples. Moreover, a negative correlation was found between food technology neophobia level and healthy food habits. In conclusion, it is possible to develop a β-glucan-enriched product appreciated by adolescents using a sustainable ingredient. The developed product may be used to achieve the daily recommended intake of β-glucans by adolescents.

scholarly journals Energy drinks consumption, knowledge and experienced effect among university students in Jordan: Cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nour A. Elsahoury ◽  
Omar Alhaj ◽  
Andrea M. McGrattan ◽  
Fwziah J Hammad
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Energy Drinks ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
P Value ◽  
Knowledge Level ◽  
Consumer Experience ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Poor Knowledge ◽  
Medical Discipline

Background: Consumption of energy drinks (EDs) has increased exponentially among younger generations and this increase is projected to continue. Objectives : This study aimed to examine the prevalence, knowledge level, intake patterns, and consumer experience of consuming EDs among university students in Jordan. Methods: A cross-sectional study of 467 students from 29 universities was conducted by a web-based questionnaire. Descriptive analyses, chi-squared tests and logistic regression were performed, with a p-value of ≤0.05 indicating significance. Results: The prevalence of EDs was 40.1% among university students. Over half (62.7%) of students had poor knowledge of EDs. The most significant determinants identified were being male (OR=2.18; 95%CI: 1.14-4.15), being undergraduate (OR: 4.01; 95% CI: 1.70-9.72), in a non-medical discipline (OR=2.92; 95% CI: 1.56-5.44), being a smoker (OR=9.91;95%Cl: 5.30-18.54) and having a poor knowledge level (OR=40.46;95%CI: 14.33-114.27). Students mainly consumed Red Bull and the majority consumed 1-2 can(s) daily. Students were more likely to consume EDs during exams to mainly stay awake. The major side effects experienced among this sample were increased urination and headache. No changes in mental or physical performance, weight, appetite, and sleeping pattern were observed among the majority of respondents. Conclusion: Consumption of EDs was moderate among university students. Gender, study course, study year, smoking, and knowledge level were determinants of their intake.

scholarly journals The Relationship between Eating Pattern and Eating Behavior in Preschool Children Aged 4-5 Years at Al-Ikhlas

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 26-36
Author(s):  
Haerani ◽  
Haerati
Keyword(s):  
Preschool Children ◽  
Eating Behavior ◽  
Eating Patterns ◽  
District Health ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Eating Pattern ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Study Population ◽  
The Relationship

According to data from the Bulukumba district health office in 2014, there were 44% malnutrition in preschool children and 2015 there was 53% malnutrition in preschool children due to irregular children's eating patterns. The data obtained showed that the incidence of preschool children experiencing malnutrition is increasing from year to year. The purpose of this research is to know the relationship between eating patterns and eating behavior in preschool children aged 4-5 years at Al-Ikhlas Kindergarten, Benteng Gantarang Village, Gantarang District, Research Design using Cross-Sectional. The study population was parents who had children aged 4-5 years in Al-Ikhlas Kindergarten which counted 58 people. A sample of 37 people were taken using consecutive sampling techniques using questionnaire and interview instruments. In AL-Ikhlas Kindergarten, Benteng Gantarang Village, Gantarang District, Bulukumba Regency, 58 students were formed consisting of 2 groups A and B, and after interviews of 20 parents, there were found that there were those who easily ate 8 people and had difficulty eating 12 people. Chi-square test results obtained P = 0.004. This means that there is a significant relationship between eating patterns with eating behavior in preschool children aged 4-5 years at Al-Ikhlas Kindergarten, Benteng Gantarang Village, Gantarang District. It is recommended that parents can provide regular eating patterns to children so that the child's eating behavior becomes good.

scholarly journals Healthy eating patterns associated with acculturation, sex and BMI among Mexican Americans

2016 ◽  
Vol 20 (7) ◽  
pp. 1267-1278 ◽  
Author(s):  
Belinda Reininger ◽  
MinJae Lee ◽  
Rose Jennings ◽  
Alexandra Evans ◽  
Michelle Vidoni
Keyword(s):  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Dietary Patterns ◽  
Mexican Americans ◽  
First Generation ◽  
Border Region ◽  
Eating Patterns ◽  
Eating Pattern ◽  
Spanish Speaking ◽  
Unhealthy Eating ◽  
English Speaking

AbstractObjectiveExamine relationships of healthy and unhealthy dietary patterns with BMI, sex, age and acculturation among Mexican Americans.DesignCross-sectional. Participants completed culturally tailored Healthy and Unhealthy Eating Indices. Multivariable mixed-effect Poisson regression models compared food pattern index scores and dietary intake of specific foods by BMI, sex, age and acculturation defined by language preference and generational status.SettingParticipants recruited from the Cameron County Hispanic Cohort study, Texas–Mexico border region, between 2008 and 2011.SubjectsMexican-American males and females aged 18–97 years (n 1250).ResultsParticipants were primarily female (55·3 %), overweight or obese (85·7 %), preferred Spanish language (68·0 %) and first-generation status (60·3 %). Among first-generation participants, bilingual participants were less likely to have a healthy eating pattern than preferred Spanish-speaking participants (rate ratio (RR)=0·79, P=0·0218). This association was also found in males (RR=0·81, P=0·0098). Preferred English-speaking females were less likely to consume healthy foods than preferred Spanish-speaking females (RR=0·84, P=0·0293). Among second-generation participants, preferred English-speaking participants were more likely to report a higher unhealthy eating pattern than preferred Spanish-speaking participants (RR=1·23, P=0·0114). Higher unhealthy eating patterns were also found in females who preferred English v. females who preferred Spanish (RR=1·23, P=0·0107) or were bilingual (RR=1·26, P=0·0159). Younger, male participants were more likely to have a higher unhealthy eating pattern. BMI and diabetes status were not significantly associated with healthy or unhealthy eating patterns.ConclusionsAcculturation, age, sex and education are associated with healthy and unhealthy dietary patterns. Nutrition interventions for Mexican Americans should tailor approaches by these characteristics.

scholarly journals Factors influencing healthy food choices of university students

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Bruno Sousa ◽  
Catarina Alves Pacheco ◽  
Carolina Pereira ◽  
Mariana Batalha ◽  
Tânia Santos ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Food Choices ◽  
Healthy Food ◽  
Factors Influencing

scholarly journals Pengaruh Pemberdayaan Keluarga terhadap Pengendalian Obesitas

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 68
Author(s):  
Bertalina Bertalina ◽  
Roza Mulyani
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Health Center ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
P Value ◽  
Eating Patterns ◽  
Family Empowerment ◽  
A Value ◽  
Unhealthy Eating ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Sweet Foods

<p>World's population 2,2 billion obesity.  Besides, overweight and obesity have a risk of developing diabetes (44%), ischemic heart disease (23%), and cancer (7-41%).  The main risk factors that cause obesity are behavioral factors, which are unhealthy eating patterns, plus insufficient consumption of fiber (fruit and vegetables), lack of physical activity, and smoking. The study aimed to determine the effect of family empowerment on obesity control in Hajimena Public Health Center, South Lampung. The research variable was family empowerment with a balanced nutrition diet, routine physical activity measured before, and after being educated. The study was conducted in July-November 2018. The type of research was a Quasi experiment, the results of sample calculations obtained a sample of 66 people. The results showed there were differences in fat, vegetable, sugar, salt and  sweet foods intake before and after intervention with a value of p 0.048, 0,022, 0,001, 0,008 and 0,025. There was no difference in intake, energy, protein, carbohydrate, fruit, before and after the intervention with p-values of 0,576, 0,229,  0,583, and 0,930.  There are differences in physical activity before and after the intervention with a p-value of 0,001.  The Health Center can collaborate with the school in overcoming obesity programs by conducting counseling in schools and evaluating nutritional status.  </p>

scholarly journals Psychological Impact on the Eating Behaviors of University Students

2020 ◽  
pp. 132-141
Author(s):  
Danesh Karunanayake ◽  
M. W. D. S. M. Jayasooriya ◽  
N. D. U. Vimukthi
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Eating Behavior ◽  
Eating Behaviors ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Psychological Impact ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Early Years ◽  
Unhealthy Eating ◽  
The University

Unhealthy dietary habits are among the major risk factors for chronic diseases, particularly if adopted during the early years of adulthood. They are becoming more frequent due to the nutritional transition that is affecting populations across developing countries where traditional healthy diets are being progressively replaced by more westernized dietary patterns. Students generally develop unhealthy eating habits during their stay at the university. University Students’ eating behavior seemed to be moderated by university characteristics, such as residency, student societies, university lifestyle, and exams. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to explore, how such factors psychologically influence Sri Lankan university students’ eating behavior,using a qualitative research design. Applying a semi-structured interview method, six interviews were conducted with 2 male and 4 female university students selected under the convenient sampling method from the University of Peradeniya. All the collected data were analyzed using the thematic analysis method. Results showed that after the transition from secondary school to university, when independence increases, students are continuously challenged to make healthy food choices. Students eating behavior is reported to be influenced by individual factors (e.g. taste preferences, self-discipline, time and convenience), their social networks (e.g. (lack of) parental control, friends and peers), and physical environment (e.g. availability and accessibility, appeal and prices of food products).

Apple or Chocolate – Intentional and Social-Reactive Processes in Eating Behavior Among Adolescents

2015 ◽  
Vol 46 (5) ◽  
pp. 255-264 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tanja Fuchs ◽  
Amina Steinhilber ◽  
Birte Dohnke
Keyword(s):  
Eating Behavior ◽  
Behavioral Intentions ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Eating Pattern ◽  
Prototype Willingness Model ◽  
Unhealthy Eating ◽  
Explained Variance ◽  
Pattern Index ◽  
Reactive Processes ◽  
Peer Context

Abstract. Two studies examined the main assumption of the Prototype/Willingness Model for eating behavior. Accordingly, health-behavior in adolescents results from intentional and social-reactive processes, namely behavioral intentions and behavioral willingness. The hypothesis was that willingness explains eating behavior over and above intentions with respect to eating behavior in general and in the peer context. This was tested in a cross-sectional (N = 286) and a longitudinal (N = 335) study. Intentions and willingness were assessed for healthy and unhealthy eating, eating behavior using an eating pattern index, and observed food consumption in the peer context. Willingness explained variance in eating behavior over and above intentions. Intentional as well as social-reactive processes contribute to adolescents’ eating behavior. Implications for practice are discussed.

Associated Factors of Unhealthy Eating Patterns among Spanish University Students by Gender

2010 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 364-375 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana Sepulveda ◽  
José Antonio Carrobles ◽  
Ana M. Gandarillas
Keyword(s):  
Eating Disorder ◽  
University Students ◽  
Body Dissatisfaction ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Vulnerable Groups ◽  
Eating Patterns ◽  
Female Population ◽  
Unhealthy Eating ◽  
Abnormal Eating

This study has examined bio-socio-demographic and psychopathological factors probably associated with unhealthy eating patterns among university students and to estimate a multifactorial model following the associated factors by gender. Adjusted odds ratios were calculated to describe associations on basis of Eating Disorder Inventory (EDI) stratified by gender in a representative sample of Spanish university students (n = 2551). The high EDI scorers for both sexes presented higher prevalence of dieting, body dissatisfaction, levels of psychopathology and lower self-esteem than the low EDI scorers. The results suggest that older students and higher self-esteem scores present lower scores in the EDI. In the female population, depression, paranoid dimension, dieting and body dissatisfaction were associated with population with unhealthy eating patterns. In the male sample, dieting, body dissatisfaction and interpersonal sensibility were also associated with unhealthy eating patterns. The results corroborate that abnormal eating patterns tend to affect specific vulnerable groups. We do not know the precise mechanisms through which these risk behaviors and attitudes, such as dieting or body dissatisfaction, may facilitate the later development of an eating disorder.

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