Os reflexos profilático e pedagógico da educação alimentar nas escolas do Maciço de Baturité, Ceará

O presente artigo é oriundo de estudo acerca das ações que envolvem o Projeto de Extensão: O papel da alimentação saudável para a promoção da saúde “Programa 5 ao dia” realizado em escolas públicas municipais do Maciço de Baturité, Ceará. O Público alvo são alunos do 9° ano do ensino fundamental. Os discentes são oriundos de quatro instituições de ensino situadas em Acarape, Barreira, Baturité e Redenção. O recorte temporal compreende o período de junho de 2018 a janeiro, 2019. A investigação objetiva traçar o perfil do consumo diário de frutas e hortaliças dos educandos, tanto no convívio familiar como no ambiente educacional, e contribuir para uma prática alimentar mais saudável. Para tanto, foram realizadas oficinas, seminários, cursos e jogos educativos. Dentre as abordagens temáticas pode-se destacar a relevância de uma alimentação saudável e nutritiva; o consumo de frutas e hortaliças; a higienização e conservação de alimentos. O estudo contempla critérios teórico-metodológicos da pesquisa bibliográfica exploratória, com constatações in loco e aplicação de questionários, com perguntas semi-estruturadas. Salienta-se que após a realização das atividades foi aplicada uma avaliação para mensurar o impacto do projeto junto à comunidade. A partir dos dados coletados, pode-se perceber que os educandos ampliaram suas percepções/aprendizados sobre a relevância de uma dieta equilibrada, composta por alimentos saudáveis, saborosos e nutritivos, e que a construção de bons hábitos alimentares contribui significativamente para o desenvolvimento biopsicossocial do indivíduo. Palavras-chave: Educação; Segurança alimentar e nutricional; Adolescência The prophylactic and pedagogical reflexes of the nutrition education in the schools of Baturité Massif, Ceará Abstract: This article is based on a study about the actions that involve an Extension Project: The role of healthy eating for health promotion “Program 5 a Day” held in municipal public schools of the Baturité massif, in Ceará. The target audience was students of the 9th grade of elementary school. The students originate from four educational institutions located in Acarape, Barreira, Baturité, and Redenção. The temporal clipping comprises the period from June 2018 to January 2019. The research aims to outline the profile of daily consumption of fruits and vegetables of the students, both in the family life and in the educational environment, and contribute to a healthier eating practice. Workshops, seminars, courses, and educational games were held. Among the thematic approached, one can highlight the relevance of a healthy and nutritious diet; Consumption of fruits and vegetables; Hygiene, and Food Preservation. The study contemplates theoretical and methodological criteria of exploratory bibliographic research, in loco findings and application of questionnaires, with semi-structured questions. It is noteworthy that after performing the activities, an evaluation was applied to measure the impact of the project with the community. From the data collected, it can be perceived that the students expanded their perceptions/learnings about the relevance of a balanced diet consisting of healthy, tasty, and nutritious foods and that the construction of good eating habits contributes significantly to the bio-psychosocial development of the individual. Keywords: Education; Food and nutrition security; Adolescence

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Analysis of Fruit and Vegetable Consumption by Children in School Canteens Depending on Selected Sociodemographic Factors

Medicina ◽

10.3390/medicina55070397 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 55 (7) ◽

pp. 397 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Łuszczki ◽

Sobek ◽

Bartosiewicz ◽

Baran ◽

Weres ◽

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Keyword(s):

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Eating Habits ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Body Height ◽

Sociodemographic Factors ◽

Fruit And Vegetable Consumption ◽

Fruit And Vegetable ◽

Bar Code ◽

School Canteen ◽

The Impact

Background and Objectives: Eating habits acquired or changed during childhood are likely to track into adulthood. Due to the fact that nutritional behaviours are not so strongly formed among children, it is easier to change and develop them in children than in adults. The aim of this study was to assess the impact of selected sociodemographic factors affecting fruit and vegetable consumption (i.e., age, parents’ body mass index, parents’ level education, duration of breastfeeding, child’s time spent in front of computer/television) among children in school canteens. Materials and Methods: The sample consisted of 106 participants (52 girls, 54 boys) aged 6–12. The frequency of consuming fruits and vegetables at a school canteen was assessed using bar code cards for two weeks. Body composition estimates were obtained using a foot-to-foot bioelectrical impedance analysis, body height was measured using a stadiometer Seca 213. The questionnaire contained questions about selected factors which can have an influence on fruit and vegetable consumption. In the study group, 13.2% of participants were overweight and 17.9% were obese. Results: Our results showed a statistically significant relationship between age and fruit and vegetable consumption, and it increased with age in both sexes. Conclusions: Bearing in mind the various conditions discussed when shaping the eating habits of pre-school- and early-school-aged children, the importance of proper nutritional education should be stressed both among children and parents.

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Nutrition education and changes in mother's behavior towards fulfillment of vegetable and fruit consumption strategies in preschool children

AcTion Aceh Nutrition Journal ◽

10.30867/action.v6i1.318 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 6 (1) ◽

pp. 1

Author(s):

Rapitos Sidiq ◽

Rina Hasniyati ◽

Marni Handayani

Keyword(s):

Early Childhood ◽

Preschool Children ◽

Early Childhood Education ◽

Nutrition Education ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Maternal Knowledge ◽

Fruit Consumption ◽

Childhood Education ◽

The Impact ◽

Consumption Strategies

The nutritional needs of preschool children are very important for their growth and development. However, the problem is the low consumption of preschool children for fruits and vegetables, so it requires special strategies, for that the role of the family is very important. This study aims to determine the impact of nutrition education and changes in mother's behavior towards the fulfillment of vegetable and fruit consumption strategies in pre-school children. This research uses quasi-experimental and observational methods, observations were carried out on 30 September 2019 on 44 preschool children. Data collection was carried out on September 20, 2019, in Early Childhood Education SB in 50 mothers of preschool children. The data is processed in stages; editing, coding, transferring and tabulating. Univariate data analysis in the form of frequency distribution tables, paired t-test statistical test. The results showed an average value of knowledge before the intervention (p= 0,000). Observation results show that after nutrition education was given, only 31,8% of preschool children were given vegetable and fruit supplies or processed food vegetables and fruits by the mother when going to school. The conclusion of the study is nutrition education on maternal strategies in increasing consumption of vegetables and fruit in preschool children in early childhood education effectively changing maternal knowledge but has not had a comprehensive impact on changes in mother’s behavior

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SNAP-Ed Intervention to Improve the Nutritional Behavioral Habits in Preschoolers in Washington D.C.

Current Developments in Nutrition ◽

10.1093/cdn/nzaa051_018 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 4 (Supplement_2) ◽

pp. 721-721

Author(s):

Lillie Monroe-Lord ◽

Hasti Ardekani ◽

Ana Vasquez

Keyword(s):

Nutrition Education ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Eating Habits ◽

Educational Interventions ◽

Whole Grains ◽

Fiscal Year ◽

Nutritional Knowledge ◽

Nutritional Education ◽

Assistance Program ◽

Nutrition Assistance

Abstract Objectives The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) offers complementary education programs to improve public health through improving nutritional behavioral habits in preschoolers in Washington D.C. This study examines the influence of the SNAP-Ed program on changing a set of positive nutritional behaviors in preschoolers to encourage healthier eating habits. These nutritional behavioral changes include recognizing, choosing, and consuming nutritious and healthy foods. Methods The SNAP-Ed program implemented nutritional education in 37 preschools, schools, and community centers located in Washington D.C for Fiscal Year 2019. During the program, the nutritional behavior of 1679 children aged 2 to 5 years old was examined before and after educational interventions. Interventions focused on the types and the related benefits of different groups of foods including fruits, vegetables, dairy, and whole grains. Designed questionnaires were filled out by 130 teachers based on their observations of the children's nutritional behavioral habits. Teachers were asked if children had an increase in the amount of food consumption from different groups. Children were also observed for an increase in independently choosing healthier foods. Results The SNAP-Ed program observed a positive change in all questions in comparison to the beginning of the program. According to the questionnaires, there were 75%, 75%, 78%, and 75% increases in the amount of fruits, vegetables, dairy, and whole grains preschoolers consumed, respectively. After the educational interventions, 78% of preschoolers showcased healthy food choices, 76% of them selected fruits and vegetables in the cafeteria and 75% of them brought fruits and vegetables as a healthy snack. Conclusions SNAP-Ed nutrition education positively changed preschoolers’ nutritional knowledge and established healthier eating habits. Further research, done in multiple states, is essential to enhance the knowledge of preschoolers nationwide. More research can also be done to examine how effective nutritional education was between SNAP eligible and non-eligible preschoolers. Funding Sources Congress, through the Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention Grant Program in the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010.

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Nutrition Education in Portuguese Medical Students: Impact on the Attitudes and Knowledge

Acta Médica Portuguesa ◽

10.20344/amp.11817 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 33 (4) ◽

pp. 246

Author(s):

Inês Barreiros Mota ◽

Inês Castelo ◽

Juliana Morais ◽

Miguel Anjos ◽

João Pedro Costa ◽

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Keyword(s):

Medical Students ◽

Nutrition Education ◽

Eating Habits ◽

Positive Impact ◽

First Year ◽

Nutritional Knowledge ◽

Eating Behaviours ◽

Dietary Counselling ◽

Future Clinical Practice ◽

The Impact

Introduction: Nutrition has been underrepresented in the curriculum of many medical schools and therefore physicians do not feel adequately prepared to provide dietary counselling. The aim of the present study is to determine the impact of a Nutrition and Metabolism curricular unit on nutrition attitudes, knowledge and confidence on future clinical practice of medical students.Material and Methods: All the students enrolled in the curricular unit (2017/2018) were invited to complete a questionnaire assessing their nutritional knowledge and eating habits at the beginning and at the end of the semester (n = 310).Results: Initially, students reported good eating habits and nutrition knowledge. These aspects improved at the end of the study. Moreover, students reported that they felt more confident to do dietary counselling after intervention.Discussion: Most medical students answered affirmatively to all questions related with good habits or eating behaviours, and the acquisition of knowledge had an impact in specific attitudes. After the Nutrition and Metabolism classes the students felt able to provide dietary counselling in different clinical settings, but none of the students felt extremely confident about their competencies for dietary counselling. This can be due to the fact that the students involved were in the first year of the integrated master’s degree in medicine, which is a preclinical year, and thus distant from the medical reality and from contact with patients.Conclusion: Nutrition education can have a positive impact on attitudes and eating behaviours, knowledge and in the perception of competencies for dietary counselling.

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Listening to the voices of adolescents for the design of strategies to promote healthy eating: An exploratory study in a Latin American country

Public Health Nutrition ◽

10.1017/s1368980021002548 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-24

Author(s):

Gastón Ares ◽

Lucía Antúnez ◽

Florencia Alcaire ◽

Leticia Vidal ◽

Isabel Bove

Keyword(s):

Nutrition Education ◽

Latin American ◽

Healthy Eating ◽

Fast Food ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Eating Habits ◽

Public Awareness ◽

Environmental Drivers ◽

Awareness Campaigns ◽

Processed Products

Abstract Objective: To explore adolescents' views about the foods they consume and to identify their ideas about strategies to encourage healthier eating habits. Design: Individual questionnaires based on open-ended questions and group discussions (6-8 participants) were used to address the objectives. Data were analyzed using content analysis based on deductive-inductive coding. Setting: Montevideo and its metropolitan area (Uruguay, Latin America). Participants: 102 adolescents (aged between 11 and 15 years old, 52% female) recruited at two educational institutions. Results: Adolescents reported frequently consuming ultra-processed products and fast food although they were perceived as bad for their health, whereas they reported an infrequent consumption of fruits and vegetables. Multifaceted strategies to promote healthy eating habits emerged from adolescents' accounts, including public awareness campaigns, nutrition education programs, nutrition label standards and regulations, and changes in food availability and affordability. Conclusions: Results from the present work suggest that co-creation with adolescents may be an effective way to inform the development of strategies to promote healthier eating habits. The strategies suggested by adolescents were mainly focused on behaviour change communication, who emphasized the importance of social media and the involvement of celebrities and influencers. The need for educational and communication strategies to raise awareness of the social and environmental drivers of eating patterns among adolescents was identified.

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NUTRITION AS A BONES HEALTH FACTOR WITH SIGNIFICANT INFLUENCE

Journal of IMAB - Annual Proceeding (Scientific Papers) ◽

10.5272/jimab.2020264.3426 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 26 (4) ◽

pp. 3426-3431

Author(s):

Rositsa Chamova ◽

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Maria Panteleeva ◽

Eliyana Ivanova ◽

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...

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Bone Density ◽

Healthy Eating ◽

Bone Health ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Eating Habits ◽

Descriptive Analysis ◽

Food Groups ◽

Daily Consumption ◽

Cross Sectional

Osteoporosis is a global health problem with increasing importance. It is a chronic, debilitating disease characterized by low bone density and deterioration of the micro architectonics of bone tissue. Although genetic factors largely determine the bone size and density, factors such as healthy eating, good physical activity and avoiding alcohol and smoking also play a key role. At all ages, healthy eating is an important factor in bone health. Aim: To study the eating habits that are important for bone health in women from Varna. Methods: A cross-sectional study of the eating habits of 139 women in Varna was conducted between January 2018 and March 2019. Questions, giving information on diet, frequency of consumption of certain food groups and beverages, affecting bone density, physical activity, demographic indicators are included in the questionnaire. Descriptive analysis of the data is done with SPSS version 19. Results: The average age of the participants was 29.86 ± 13.60 years. Daily consumption of milk and dairy products was found among 36.7% and 32.4% of the respondents respectively. The relative share of respondents who consume fish 1-2 times a week is 33.1%. The daily consumption of fruits and vegetables is 47.5% and 56.8% respectively. Conclusion: Nutrition plays an important role in reducing the risk of osteoporosis by affecting the development and maintenance of bone mass.

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The Impact of Combining Nutrition Education with Active Choice on the Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Among Second Grade Students

International Journal Of Nutrition ◽

10.14302/issn.2379-7835.ijn-20-3458 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 5 (4) ◽

pp. 48-59

Author(s):

Robyn M. Cafiero ◽

Yeon Bai ◽

Charles Feldman ◽

Doreen Liou

Keyword(s):

Nutrition Education ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Cognitive Theory ◽

Vegetable Consumption ◽

Daily Intake ◽

Control Group ◽

Post Intervention ◽

Active Choice ◽

The Impact ◽

Experimental Group

Daily intake of fruits and vegetables provides the basis for healthy nutrition. Yet low consumption of fruits and vegetables (FV) persists among school-aged children. Framed by the Social Cognitive Theory, this study aimed to determine the effectiveness of nutrition lessons combined with an active choice intervention on children’s FV consumption. Using a quasi-experimental design, 89 second graders were assigned to groups. Students in the experimental group (n=46) received four nutrition lessons combined with nine active choice sessions, while those in the control group (n=43) received active choice sessions only. Responses to pre- and post-intervention surveys that inquired FV knowledge and consumption were compared within and between groups using independent and paired t-tests. Empowered by improved knowledge, self-efficacy and the positive environment created through nutrition lessons and active choice, the experimental group showed improvement in consumption behavior compared to the control group at post-intervention: bringing FV to school and finish eating (69.7 vs. 51.2, p=.05 for fruits; 43.5 vs. 39.5, p=.41 for vegetables); like choosing FV (84.8 vs. 65.1, p=.01); like to eat more FV (80.4 vs. 62.8, p=.16); FV are healthy (100 vs. 95.3, p=.14). The magnitude of improvement is small yet consistent in every aspect of outcome measures. Combining nutrition education with the active choice component showed potential for a larger impact on behavior change among study participants. Parental support and community involvement could enhance the effectiveness of nutrition education in schools.

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Determining Nutritional Barriers to Access to Fresh Fruits, Vegetables, and Whole Grains in Older Americans

American Journal of Undergraduate Research ◽

10.33697/ajur.2018.014 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 15 (2) ◽

Author(s):

Tornia Anderson-Morgan ◽

Melissa Fett ◽

Michelle Jasso ◽

Aisha Moten ◽

Elgloria Harrison

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

African American ◽

Native American ◽

Nutrition Education ◽

Asian American ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Eating Habits ◽

District Of Columbia ◽

Whole Grains ◽

Unexpected Finding

The University of the District of Columbia is a partner of the Northeast Hatch Multistate Research Collaborative. This research project, known as the UDC NE 1439, was designed as a pilot study to determine the barriers that prevented the consumption of fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains among older adults in Wards 5, 7, and 8 in the District of Columbia (DC). The residents of these wards have been shown to have higher rates of chronic diseases. Data shows that Ward 7 has the highest rate of deaths due to diabetes. Furthermore, Wards 5, 7, and 8 have the highest percentage of hypertension and diabetes This project used a quantitative and qualitative survey instrument, which included 53 questions and/or statements using a Likert scale: demographics (8 questions); household information (2 questions); shopping habits (8 questions); eating habits, including the identity of the person who prepared meals in the home (21 questions); physical fitness (11 questions); and policy (3 questions). Ninety-six (96) older adults participated in the survey, with a gender distribution of 77% female (68 individuals), 22% male (24 individuals), and 1% not reported (1 individual). The racial distribution of the participants was 91% (87) African American, .01% (one) Asian American, .01% (one) Caucasian, .01% (one) Native American, and .03% (three) others/not reported. Additionally, according to the participants’ residency results, Ward 5 accounted for 23% of the participants (24 participants), Ward 7 for 38% (33 participants), and Ward 8 for 38% (33 participants). The participants’ average age was ≥ 56, (45 to 76 and over) and most were the primary financial supporters of their households and the primary grocery shoppers in their families. In conclusion, this project determined that access to fresh fruits and vegetables and travel time to a full-service grocer were less prominent barriers; this was an unexpected finding. Though the participants indicated sufficient access to fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, they lacked nutrition-based knowledge. Many of them viewed unfitting food choices as healthy. An intervention centered on nutrition education using food demonstrations and grocer tours would improve nutrition knowledge in this population. This offered these nutrition and dietetics research assistants with an opportunity to provide nutrition education to the population in question. Moreover, it presents an opportunity to extend nutrition education to all seniors across the Washington, DC region. KEYWORDS: Fruits; Vegetables; Whole Grains; Urban; Disease; African American; Health; Nutrition; Food Security; Food Desert, Senior Citizens

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GERAKAN MASYARAKAT HIDUP SEHAT (GERMAS) “AYO MAKAN BUAH DAN SAYUR” PADA SISWA SMAN 1 TELUKJAMBE TIMUR KARAWANG

JURNAL CEMERLANG Pengabdian pada Masyarakat ◽

10.31540/jpm.v2i1.597 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 2 (1) ◽

pp. 13-23

Author(s):

Risma Rahmatunisa ◽

Ratih Kurniasari ◽

Eka Andriani

Keyword(s):

High School ◽

Fast Food ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Eating Habits ◽

Descriptive Analysis ◽

Counseling Students ◽

Age Group ◽

Growth Development ◽

The Impact ◽

Food Model

Fruits and vegetables consumption are important for our health but its consumption is low especially for teeneger. High school student are the vulnerable age group for consumption of fruits and vegetables. Their eating habits will give the impact for their growth, development and health in the future. SMAN 1 Telukjambe students tend to eat fast food and rarely consume fruits and vegetables. The purpose of this activity is to motivate and increase the awareness and comsumption of fruits and vegetables of the participants. The method used in this activity was counseling using food model and questionnaire on pretest and posttest with category of knowledge, preference, and consumption of 28 students SMAN 1 Telukjambe Timur. The result of this activity will be descriptive analysis. The result showed that after counseling, students knowledge about fruits and vegetables were increase by amount 80%. Students preference of fruits were 92% positive and students preference of vegetables were 79% positive. But in contrast, their consumption just 4% for fruits and 25% for vegetables. So, it is expected to increased students awareness and students consumption of fruits and vegetables after this activity.

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Eating habits of women of childbearing age from Varna, Bulgaria

European Journal of Public Health ◽

10.1093/eurpub/ckaa166.195 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽

Author(s):

R Chamova ◽

T Dimitrova

Keyword(s):

Public Health ◽

Dietary Pattern ◽

Dairy Products ◽

Fruits And Vegetables ◽

Dietary Habits ◽

Eating Habits ◽

Women Of Childbearing Age ◽

Childbearing Age ◽

Daily Consumption ◽

Milk And Dairy Products

Abstract Background Eating habits of childbearing age women are an important public health determinant. The inappropriate dietary pattern of women in reproductive age leads to deviations in their nutritional status with possible adverse health consequences for them and their offspring. Both malnutrition and over nutrition can adversely affect reproductive abilities of women as well as the course and outcome of a possible pregnancy. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional study on dietary habits of 107 women, aged 19 to 42 years, in Varna, Bulgaria between March-December 2019. Exclusion criteria were pregnancy and lactation. A questionnaire was applied composed of questions on diet, dietary pattern, food frequency consumption, and the respondents' physical activity. The results were compared with the National Food Based Dietary Recommendations for Adults in Bulgaria. Data was statistically analysed with SPSS version 19. Results The average age of participants was 25.65 ± 7.48 years. 22.4% of the surveyed women followed no particular diet. 35.5% and 30.8% of the respondents had daily consumption of milk and dairy products respectively. Meat consumption 3-4 times a week was reported by 29.9% of the respondents. Only 1/4 of the respondents consumed fish each week. The relative share of women who did not consume fish was 10.3%. Daily consumption of fruits and vegetables was 42.1% and 57% respectively. Conclusions The majority of the surveyed women does not follow the National recommendations for consumption frequency of milk, dairy products, meat, fish, fruits and vegetables. Respondents who do not consume fish, meat or milk and dairy products are at risk of deficiencies of both micronutrients and macronutrients. It's necessary to raise awareness about healthy eating and associated health risks. Key messages Nutrition of women of childbearing age is an important factor affecting public health. Inadequate dietary habits before conception raises the risk for the course and outcome of pregnancy with consequences for offspring health.

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