Pergeseran Pola Konsumsi Buah Nasional di Awal Masa Pandemi Covid-19 (The Shifting of National Fruit Consumption Pattern at the Beginning of the Covid-19 Pandemic Period)

<p>Studi pola konsumsi buah nasional sebelum dan di awal masa pandemi Covid-19 perlu dilakukan sebagai langkah awal inventarisasi ada atau tidaknya pergeseran, agar strategi dan antisipasi pembenahan dapat dirancang sejalan dengan upaya mewujudkan ketahanan dan keberlanjutan pangan. Empat ratus enam puluh enam responden terlibat dalam studi ini, melalui survei yang dilaksanakan secara daring. Metode analisis deskriptif, uji tanda, dan Fishers exact test digunakan. Hasil studi mengindikasikan adanya pergeseran pola konsumsi sebelum dan pada awal masa pandemi covid-19 untuk lima atribut, yaitu (1) dana alokasi pengeluaran buah per bulan, (2) frekuensi pembelian, (3) tempat, (4) kesulitan dalam perolehan, dan (5) jenis buah nasional yang dikonsumsi. Pergeseran ini menjadi isyarat perlunya upaya peningkatan kesadaran konsumsi buah nasional untuk menjaga imunitas dan krusialnya sinergi antara produsen dan distributor akan rantai pasok yang efisien dan efektif, serta penggunaan platform digital. Pembenahan diharapkan membuat konsumen dapat menikmati buah nasional berkualitas dari rumah dengan harga yang terjangkau. Segmentasi demografis berdasarkan kelompok umur dapat menjadi pertimbangan penyedia, karena memiliki hubungan yang signifikan dengan atribut pola konsumsi kedua sampai kelima. Studi lebih lanjut diperlukan untuk memotret dampak pergeseran terhadap supply dan value chain.</p><p><strong>Keywords</strong></p><p>Daring; Imunitas; Preferensi konsumen; Rantai pasok; Sinergi</p><p><strong>Abstract</strong></p><p>Studies of national fruit consumption patterns before and at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic period need to be carried out as an initial step for improvement to achieve food sustainability. A total of 466 respondents were involved in the survey which was conducted online. Descriptive analysis, sign test, and Fishers exact test were used. The results indicated there was a shift in consumption patterns before and at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic period, in terms of (1) expenditure allocation for fruit per month, (2) frequency, (3) place of purchase, (4) difficulties in procurement, and (5) types of national fruit consumed. The shift is a sign of the need for efforts to increase awareness of national fruit consumption. The synergy between producers and distributors to form an efficient and effective supply chain, and the use of digital platforms, is crucial, so that consumers can enjoy high quality national fruit from home at affordable prices. Demografic segmentation based on age group can be considered by providers, because it has a significant relationship with the second to fifth consumption pattern attributes. Further studies are needed to capture the shift impact on the supply and value chain.</p>

Association between Fruit Consumption and Lipid Profile among Children and Adolescents: A National Cross-Sectional Study in China

To investigate associations between fruit consumption and lipid profiles, and to further explore a satisfactory level of frequency and daily fruit intake for children and adolescents. A national sample of 14,755 children and adolescents aged 5–19 years from seven provinces in China were recruited. Fasting blood samples were collected to test the lipid profile. Information regarding fruit consumption and other characteristics was collected by questionnaires. Logistic regression models adjusting for confounding covariates were applied to calculate the odds ratio (OR) and 95% confidence interval (95% CI). Participants who consumed fruits for 6–7 days per week had lower risks of high triglycerides (OR: 0.66, 95% CI: 0.58–0.75), dyslipidemia (OR: 0.77, 95% CI: 0.68–0.86), and hyperlipidemia (OR: 0.72, 95% CI: 0.63–0.81), compared to fruit consumption of 0–2 days per week. Risks of high triglycerides, dyslipidemia and hyperlipidemia of those who consumed fruits for 0.75–1.5 servings each day also decreased, compared to the insufficient fruit intake. The combined effects of high frequency and moderate daily intake of fruit on lipid disorders did not change essentially. The associations were more evident in girls, younger children and those whose families had higher educational levels. Moderate fruit consumption was associated with lower odds of lipid disorders, predominantly in girls, younger participants, and those came from higher-educated families. These findings supported the health effect of moderate fruit intake frequently to improve the childhood lipid profiles.

ASSOCIATION OF DIETARY AND LIFESTYLE FACTORS ON BLOOD PRESSURE CONTROL AMONG ADULT HYPERTENSIVE PATIENTS ATTENDING A UGANDAN TERTIARY HOSPITAL

Hypertension is an important worldwide public-health challenge due to its high prevalence and being a risk factor for cerebrovascular, cardiovascular, and chronic renal diseases. Despite these risk factors, blood pressure control among hypertensive patients is still poor. The main objective was to assess dietary and lifestyle factors associated with uncontrolled blood pressure control among Ugandan hypertensive patients at Kiruddu hospital. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional study involving 271 adult hypertensive patients attending the outpatient hypertensive clinic was enrolled. Data were obtained on dietary, lifestyle factors (alcohol intake, smoking status, and level of physical activity), social demographics, Body Mass Index (BMI), comorbidities, and adherence to hypertensive medication. An average of the current and previous two Blood pressure readings was recorded. Factors associated with uncontrolled blood pressure were assessed using a multivariate logistic regression model. Results: The mean age of study participants was 57 ± 0.76 years, with female dominance (77.9%). Among the study participants, 121 (44.7%) had uncontrolled BP. Dietary factors that were associated with uncontrolled blood pressure with adjusted OR (95%CI) included consumption of raw salt: 4.18 (1.32-13.24) and inadequate fruit consumption: 2.18 (1.26-3.75) while clinical factors included being overweight: 2.51 (1.27-4.95) and poor adherence to antihypertensive medications prescribed: 1.82 (1.03-3.21). Conclusion: The proportion of hypertensive patients with uncontrolled Blood Pressure was high (44.7%). Consumption of raw salt, inadequate fruit consumption, being overweight and poor adherence to antihypertensive medication were significantly associated with uncontrolled BP. From these findings, factors that were associated with the control of blood pressure are modifiable.

Can the School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme Be an Effective Strategy Leading to Positive Changes in Children’s Eating Behaviours? Polish Evaluation Results

Background: The School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme (SFVS) was developed to form the habit of eating fruit and vegetables (F&V) among children. The survey aimed to identify both the strengths of the scheme and areas that required support and strengthening in the further implementation of school schemes. Methods: The study was conducted from 2012 to 2015 among students of randomly selected 85 primary schools that participated in the programme (intervention group) or did not participate therein (control group). The F&V consumption among the students was evaluated based on the 3 day food record method. Other behaviours were evaluated via frequency and preference questionnaires. Results: Over the three years of implementing SFVS, fruit consumption significantly increased by approximately 30 g/day, i.e., by 18%. In the control group, it increased only by approximately 4%. At the same time, no increase in vegetable consumption was observed. A number of other positive effects of SFVS were also found. These concerned students’ nutritional attitudes and behaviours, such as a further increase in the children’s knowledge on the health aspects of F&V consumption, the levels of their consumption and an increased preference for fruit in general. Conclusions: The results indicate that providing F&V in schools free of charge can be an effective strategy for enhancing F&V consumption among children, in particular by raising the awareness of the health importance of F&V consumption and gradually influencing children’s eating habits, especially when it comes to the habit of fruit consumption. The issue of vegetable consumption is an area for intervention enhancement. There is also a need for further, in-depth analyses, taking into account the impact of potential confounding factors.

A Macroeconomic Review of the Factors Influencing Fruit Consumption in Romania—The Road towards Sustainability

Sustainable development, including the consumption of sustainable food, is an issue that is receiving increasing attention in research and policy construction. Thus, complex policies are being created to address these issues, targeting economic, social, and environmental factors. This study aims to provide a macroeconomic overview of the factors that have the potential to influence fruit consumption at a national level, so that proposals can be offered in order to pursue a more sustainable fruit consumption in Romania. In order to carry out the research, two approaches were used: a bibliometric technique, through which the Scopus and Web of Science publications on the supply and consumption of fruits were analyzed, and an econometric approach, through which some of the macroeconomic factors influencing fruit consumption in Romania were identified and assessed. The study highlights the high interest of worldwide researchers in the field and an upward trend in Romanian fruit consumption.

The Influence of Nutritional Education through Puppet Play to Increasing Vegetable and Fruit Consumption in Mekar Wangi and Putra Harapan Kindergarten Children Glenmore District

The consumption of vegetables and fruit is one indicator of nutritional balance. The statistical data show there are 60.44% of Indonesia that are less consuming vegetables and fruit. Fiber on vegetable and fruit are very useful for the body. Efforts to improve nutritional knowledge can preserve out through media which are suitable for children, that are attractive and easy to understand such as puppet and ladders game. This research aims to analyze the influence of the nutritional education through the game puppet to increase vegetable and fruit consumption for kindergarten children (TK). This is a pre-research experiment. One group pre-post test. Data analysis in this study uses the sample of this research is the Mekar Wangi and Putra Harapan kindergarten children that accounted 64 people in accordance. The technique of data collection from the questionnaire is based on the direct interviews, it aims to investigate the difference in vegetable consumption on kindergarten children before nutrition education is 5,58 while after nutrition is increase to 7,75. Whereas for fruit consumption for kindergarten children before education is 13,72 whereas after education is significantly increase to 16,47. The result revealed that there is an increment of education nitrition vegetable and fruit consumption after nutrition education through puppet game (Asymp.Sig =0,000) it concludes that nutritional education through puppet gameplay on an important role to increase the consumption of fruit and vegetables for kindergarten children.