Healthy Consumption Research Articles

The CENTS program: promoting healthy eating by addressing perceived barriers

Objective Nutrition interventions addressing barriers to healthy eating can mitigate concerns regarding poor diet and obesity among college students. Aimed at reducing healthy eating perceived barriers, this investigation employed two mindset change intervention studies. Design First, a nutrition improvement program called CENTS (Cost of Eating Nutritiously during Time as a Student) that disseminated specific information and utilized experiential activities for mindset change was developed and pilot tested using a pre/post study design. Second, using a similar pre/post method, the CENTS program was evaluated in a quasi-experimental design. Main Outcome Measures We examined perceived barriers to healthy eating (e.g. too costly, too much time), fruit and vegetable consumption, and other variables related to healthy eating (e.g. cost estimates, diet attitudes, self-efficacy, sugary foods consumption). Results Results demonstrated some improvement in many outcomes between the two studies. Most noteworthy, the two major perceived barriers of healthy eating (i.e. too expensive, too much time to prepare) dramatically reduced and cost appraisal accuracy improved. Moreover, some attitudes to eat healthy improved and some unhealthy dietary behaviors reduced. Conclusion Using mindset change techniques to address perceived barriers to healthy eating, interventions can promote healthy eating and discourage unhealthy dietary habits among college students.

TV exposure, attitudes about targeted food ads and brands, and unhealthy consumption by adolescents: Modeling a hierarchical relationship

Public health experts raise concerns that extensive exposure to advertising for calorie-dense nutrient-poor food negatively influences adolescents' diets, but few studies have explored how food advertising affects children over age 12. This study examines adolescents' attitudes about highly targeted unhealthy food brands and assesses the hierarchical relationship between TV exposure, intermediary measures of advertising effects, and healthy and unhealthy food consumption. A cross-sectional online survey of 1566 adolescents (13–17 years) measured TV exposure, attitudes about eight highly advertised teen-targeted food brands and their advertising, and unhealthy and healthy food consumption. A theory-based structural equation model (SEM) tested hypothesized paths from TV exposure to unhealthy food consumption, with attitudes about teen-targeted TV ads and brands as intermediary variables, controlling for healthy food consumption and demographic characteristics. Participants reported high liking of targeted-brand advertising (M = 4.05/5.0, SD = 0.65), strong perceptions that the ads were targeted to someone like them (M = 4.07/5.0, SD = 0.66), positive brand attitudes (M = 4.07/5.0, SD = 0.56), brand popularity (M = 4.01/5.0, SD = 0.63), and consuming the brands a few times in the past month on average. As hypothesized, the SEM supported significant positive paths from TV exposure to ad attitudes (β = 0.50, 95% CI = 0.40–0.60) to brand attitudes (β = 0.90, 95% CI = 0.87–0.92) to unhealthy food consumption (β = 0.41, 95% CI = 0.32–0.50). Contrary to expectations, healthy consumption was positively associated with both brand attitudes (β = 0.11, 95% CI = 0.04–0.18) and unhealthy consumption (β = 0.42, 95% CI = 0.33–0.51). These results further public health concerns about the potential impact of adolescents’ exposure to unhealthy food advertising on brand consumption and unhealthy food consumption more broadly. They also support marketing theories that ad liking and perceived targeting may increase the influence of ad exposure on brand attitudes and unhealthy consumption.

Yogurt production added ultrafiltered seed extract of Moringa oleifera Lam.

Currently, costumers seek foods that contain natural ingredients in their composition. Moringa oleifera is seen with potential for food use, making it an attractive alternative for healthy consumption. The main objective of this study was to evaluate the potentiality of the Moringa additive obtained from its ultrafiltered saline extract as a thickening agent in the production of yogurt. Physico-chemical analyses, syneresis, rheology , texture analyses, and scanning electron microscopy were performed on yogurts. The moisture content of yogurts ranged from 77.14 to 77.89%, and total solids from 22.86 to 22.11%. The other physicochemical characteristics showed no significant differences (p < 0.05) between the analyzed samples. For all concentrations of Moringa additives evaluated, G′ values were higher than G″ indicating that they presented a behavior viscoelastic. The concentrated additive (2 mg L −1 ) produced a yogurt with reduced susceptibility to syneresis as well as increased firmness, and confirmed with the microstructure that was more homogeneous and compact (C2). On the other hand, the increase in permeate additive concentration of Moringa seed increased the syneresis and decreased the firmness of yogurt. The results obtained show that the use of Moringa extract as an additive in the formulation of yogurt has the potential to be exploited in commercial use, improving the yogurt texture and with less syneresis. • Moringa additive obtained from its ultrafiltred saline extract. • The additives used did not change the fermentation time concerning the control. • Technological properties improvement yogurt with the moringa additive.

Will high school students ‘rethink their drink’? Findings from an impact evaluation of a healthy beverage curriculum

Objective: To promote healthy beverage consumption among 9–12 grade students (ages 14–18) by means of a 4-week curriculum promoting increased awareness of drinks containing added sugar and the association between sugar-sweetened beverage consumption and health risks. Design: Quasi-experimental pre–post design. Setting: High schools in Northern California with at least 50% of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals. Method: A 4-lesson version of the Rethink Your Drink high school curriculum was piloted in three high schools in two northern California counties. Two high schools in the same area served as comparison sites. A survey of beverage-related knowledge, behaviours, perceptions and self-efficacy was administered to intervention and comparison students before and after the intervention. Focus groups with students and an online survey and semi-structured interviews with teachers were conducted following the intervention. Results: Intervention students reported significantly greater frequency of reading Nutrition Facts labels and understanding of beverage choice influences and decreased consumption of diet soda than comparison students. A decrease of 0.26 times per day in consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages relative to the comparison group was not significant. Conclusion: The intervention resulted in some positive outcomes, but improvements in targeted beverage consumption were not significant. Students and teachers want shorter, more engaging and experiential curricula that build on previous learning. Findings point to actionable recommendations for improvement of high school healthy beverage curricula and suggest the need for reinforcement using a multi-level approach.

Interactions between Food Environment and (Un)healthy Consumption: Evidence along a Rural-Urban Transect in Viet Nam

There is limited evidence on food environment in low and middle-income countries (LMICs) and the application of food environment frameworks and associated metrics in such settings. Our study examines how food environment varies across an urban-peri-urban-rural gradient from three sites in North Viet Nam and its relationship with child undernutrition status and household consumption of processed food. By comparing three food environments, we present a picture of the food environment in a typical emerging economy with specific features such as non-market food sources (own production and food transfers) and dominance of the informal retail sector. We combined quantitative data (static geospatial data at neighborhood level and household survey) and qualitative data (in-depth interviews with shoppers). We found that across the three study sites, traditional open and street markets remain the most important outlets for respondents. Contrary to the common concern that urban households are the major consumers of processed foods, peri-urban and rural areas on average had higher consumption of ultra-processed foods than in urban areas. The low price levels of processed foods and the presence of processed foods even among the traditional convenience stores, those in closest proximity to the rural households, offer potential explanations of this result. Regarding undernutrition, low retail diversity and a household’s dependence on own production have important implications for the high prevalence of child undernutrition in rural areas. Our findings add to the current discussion on the critical role of the food environment on nutrition, such as the potential link between economic marginalization and access to food, and the role of food supply channels in consumption of processed foods.

Factors Associated with Fruit and Vegetables Consumption Behavior Among Adolescents Based on The Health Promotion Model

Background:The low consumption of fruits and vegetables is one of the risk factors for death in the world. Indonesia is a country that is rich in fruits and vegetables but has a low consumption level. The lowest age group in consuming fruit and vegetables is adolescents.Purpose:The purpose of this study was to determine the factors that influence fruit and vegetable consumption behavior in adolescents based on the Health Promotion Model Nola J. Pender.Methodology: This study used a descriptive-analyticcross-sectional study design involving 249 adolescents. The data was collected using a questionnaire to measure the factors that influence fruit and vegetable consumption behavior and food frequency questionnaire. The questionnaires were distributed online via social media for two weeks. Data were analyzed using linear regression.Result:Factors that influence fruit and vegetable consumption behavior in adolescents are resistance to action (p = 0.05), self-efficacy (p &lt;0.001), parental interpersonal influence (p &lt;0.001), and peer influence (p = 0.05). Ethnic factors, knowledge of benefits, and the environment do not have a significant effect on fruit and vegetable consumption behavior among adolescents. There are still 93.4% other factors that also influence fruit and vegetable consumption behavior in adolescents.To promote healthy consumption behavior of fruit and vegetable in adolescents we should increase the self-efficacy of adolescents, involved parents and peer groups as a role model for healthy behavior.

Factors Associated with Fruit and Vegetables Consumption Behavior Among Adolescents Based on The Health Promotion Model

Background:The low consumption of fruits and vegetables is one of the risk factors for death in the world. Indonesia is a country that is rich in fruits and vegetables but has a low consumption level. The lowest age group in consuming fruit and vegetables is adolescents.Purpose:The purpose of this study was to determine the factors that influence fruit and vegetable consumption behavior in adolescents based on the Health Promotion Model Nola J. Pender.Methodology: This study used a descriptive-analyticcross-sectional study design involving 249 adolescents. The data was collected using a questionnaire to measure the factors that influence fruit and vegetable consumption behavior and food frequency questionnaire. The questionnaires were distributed online via social media for two weeks. Data were analyzed using linear regression.Result:Factors that influence fruit and vegetable consumption behavior in adolescents are resistance to action (p = 0.05), self-efficacy (p &lt;0.001), parental interpersonal influence (p &lt;0.001), and peer influence (p = 0.05). Ethnic factors, knowledge of benefits, and the environment do not have a significant effect on fruit and vegetable consumption behavior among adolescents. There are still 93.4% other factors that also influence fruit and vegetable consumption behavior in adolescents.To promote healthy consumption behavior of fruit and vegetable in adolescents we should increase the self-efficacy of adolescents, involved parents and peer groups as a role model for healthy behavior.

Factors Associated with Fruit and Vegetables Consumption Behavior Among Adolescents Based on The Health Promotion Model

Background:The low consumption of fruits and vegetables is one of the risk factors for death in the world. Indonesia is a country that is rich in fruits and vegetables but has a low consumption level. The lowest age group in consuming fruit and vegetables is adolescents.Purpose:The purpose of this study was to determine the factors that influence fruit and vegetable consumption behavior in adolescents based on the Health Promotion Model Nola J. Pender.Methodology: This study used a descriptive-analyticcross-sectional study design involving 249 adolescents. The data was collected using a questionnaire to measure the factors that influence fruit and vegetable consumption behavior and food frequency questionnaire. The questionnaires were distributed online via social media for two weeks. Data were analyzed using linear regression.Result:Factors that influence fruit and vegetable consumption behavior in adolescents are resistance to action (p = 0.05), self-efficacy (p &lt;0.001), parental interpersonal influence (p &lt;0.001), and peer influence (p = 0.05). Ethnic factors, knowledge of benefits, and the environment do not have a significant effect on fruit and vegetable consumption behavior among adolescents. There are still 93.4% other factors that also influence fruit and vegetable consumption behavior in adolescents.To promote healthy consumption behavior of fruit and vegetable in adolescents we should increase the self-efficacy of adolescents, involved parents and peer groups as a role model for healthy behavior.

Sugar sweetened beverages consumption among female university students

AbstractPurposeThe aim of this study was to assess the consumption frequency of sugar sweetened beverages, physical activity, BMI values and their relationships among university students.Material/MethodsThe data collection has been carried out with the help of questionnaires. The target population were students between the ages of 18 and 30, who study at the Faculty of Health Sciences (67 students) or at the Faculty of Humanities (64 students). The frequency of beverage consumption was assessed with a Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) designed for sugar sweetened beverages and physical activity with the short form of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire.ResultsThe most frequently consumed sugar sweetened beverage was freshly squeezed or 100% fruit juice in both faculties. The difference between the average BMI of the two groups was statistically significant (P = 0.035). A non-significant relationship was found between BMI and sugar sweetened beverages consumption.ConclusionsThe most consumed sugar sweetened beverage was freshly squeezed or 100% fruit juice, but it contains a lot of added sugar that contributes to developing overweight. Health education programmes are needed to teach the students of every faculty about healthy drink consumption.

Nutritional information labels and health claims to promote healthy consumption

PurposeRates of diseases caused by poor diet have seen no reduction in recent years. In this scenario, nutritional information labels and health claims could play a decisive role in modifying product attitudes and purchase intention (consequently, eating habits). In this frame, the first objective is to analyze the role of three antecedents on attitudes toward nutritional labels and credibility from health claims. These three starting antecedents are as follows: psychological characteristics of the consumer associated with eating disorders, body image attitudes and affective reactions (pleasure and arousal). Second, this paper aims to analyze if both elements (attitudes toward nutritional labels and credibility from health claims) improve (or not) food product attitudes and then, its purchase intention.Design/methodology/approachThe sample comprised 300 young people between 18 and 25 years old. They provided their opinion about a healthy product by completing a structured and personal questionnaire after inspecting the packaging. Path analysis with partial least squares (PLS) was carried out to test the hypotheses stated.FindingsFirst, psychological characteristics associated with eating disorders (self-concept and self-esteem) have a positive significant influence on body image attitudes. Second, attitudes toward their body image have a great effect on the perception that these consumers have about the information provided by healthy food packaging. Insofar as those whose attitudes toward their body image is “damaged” seek in the nutritional label indications that make them feel calm understanding that the food they are going to buy is not harmful to their health. Moreover, credibility from health claims improves positive attitudes toward the nutritional label. On the contrary, those consumers with higher punctuations in body image assigned lower values to those items concerning nutritional information and health claims in the packaging. Third, if attitudes to nutritional information improve, then product attitudes improve too. Fourth, if product attitudes improve, then purchase intention improves too. So, food product managers should be aware of the need to improve product attitudes by working on the packaging (label and claim) to improve purchase intention.Originality/valueFirst, although previous literature has investigated individual psychological characteristics related to food disorders in the health area, the study of these specific individual psychological characteristics (ineffectiveness, perfectionism, interpersonal distrust, interceptive awareness, maturity fears), is under-researched in the marketing discipline. Second, to date, different authors have investigated how important the use of credibility from health claims in packaging can be in terms of increasing product attitudes and purchase intention, as well as the development of positive attitudes toward nutritional information on the label. However, the joint study of both information sources in the packaging (credibility from health claims and attitudes toward nutritional labels) remains under-investigated.

Studiu observațional privind caracterizarea tiparelor alimentare în sarcină

Pregnancy nutrition influences the short-term maternal and fetal prognosis, but also the state of health in the future, an inadequate diet being associated with the risk of chronic diseases in adulthood. The purpose of the study is to characterize the diet of a group of pregnant women in Iasi county in terms of macronutrient intake, but also food patterns. Material and methods. An observational study was performed on a sample of 400 pregnant women which consisted in the application of a validated food frequency questionnaire. The foods consumed were grouped into categories: meat, eggs, fish, milk and dairy products, bread and cereals, vegetables, fruits, soups, seeds and oilseeds, sweets and fast food. Factor analysis (main component analysis method) was used for the analysis of food patterns. Results. The average energy intake in the studied group was 2197 kcal/day (95% CI: 2139.57-2255.74). The intake of macronutrients during pregnancy was 86.01 g protein (95% CI: 83.64-88.39), 76.97 g lipids (95% CI: 74.59-79.35) and 297.12 g carbohydrate (95% Cl: 287.86-306.38). We identified 3 dietary patterns that explained 43.01% of the variation of consumption behaviour: healthy consumption, consisting of a diet rich in soups, fruits, eggs and vegetables; traditional consumption, which has high consumption values for bread, dairy, meat, fat and unhealthy consumption rich in the intake of sweets, fast food and seeds. Conclusions. The identified food patterns draw attention to the existence of a category at risk of developing pathology related to inadequate nutrition in pregnancy.

579-P: Behavioral Outcomes of a Digital Health Coaching Program Stratified by Baseline A1C: A Real-World Retrospective Analysis

Background: The 2021 ADA Standards of Medical Care suggest digital health coaching (DHC) programs can be beneficial in treating diabetes. As programs expand, it is increasingly important to understand expected benefits for diverse populations. Studies have shown greater clinical impact for patients with suboptimal baseline health, yet little is known about the influence of health on behavioral outcomes. In this real-world study, we analyzed trends in lifestyle change by baseline A1c following exposure to a T2DM DHC program. Methods: The 12-week DHC program, including patient-centered phone, email and/or text interactions, was delivered to T2DM patients. Retrospective analysis of patient reported data at baseline and program completion was conducted to evaluate impact on engagement in CDC recommended physical activity and healthy meal consumption (defined by USDA MyPlate guidelines). Outcomes were analyzed for 3 cohorts stratified by baseline A1c (&amp;lt;7% 7-9%, &amp;gt;9%) using Wilcoxon matched-pairs signed rank tests and paired proportion tests. Results: Individuals who completed all measures (n=130) were included in the study. A majority (82.30%) reported a baseline A1c ≥ 7%, and 27.69% were high-risk (A1c &amp;gt; 9%). Across all cohorts, there were significant improvements in the percent of participants adherent to CDC guidelines, median weekly activity minutes and number of healthy meals (p&amp;lt;0.01). For subgroup analyses, weekly activity minutes improved the most for the A1c &amp;lt; 7% cohort (50 minutes; p&amp;lt;0.01). Change to weekly healthy meals was greatest for those with an A1c ≥ 7%. Conclusions: Outcomes suggest that DHC can improve lifestyle behaviors among all individuals with T2DM, irrespective of baseline A1c, with those at an elevated glycemic risk reporting the greatest dietary benefit and those with the lowest risk reporting the greatest shift in physical activity. If confirmed, findings may inform DHC referral strategies and individualized behavioral goals. Disclosure M. Martin: Consultant; Self; PACK HEALTH. J. Patterson: None. V. T. Tran: None. B. B. Oconnor: Employee; Self; Pack Health. M. Allison: None. D. Patel: None.

Breastfeeding and infant feeding guidelines: dietary patterns and potential effects on the health and nutrition of children under two years

Abstract Objectives: to identify dietary patterns of children under two years of age in primary care, associating them with maternal variables. Methods: cross-sectional study carried out in basic health units. Sample selected for convenience with 321 children under two years old and their mothers. Food consumption was obtained through a 24-hour food record. The method of factor analysis by main components was used to determine dietary patterns. Associations between maternal variables and dietary patterns were tested. Results: “mixed”, “porridge” and “snacks” patterns were identified. Receiving guidance on infant feeding was related to greater adherence to the “mixed” (p = 0.02; PR = 2.98; 95% CI95% = 1.49-5.96) and “porridge” (p = 0.026; PR = 2.10; CI95% = 1.09-4.02) patterns. Experience with breastfeeding showed greater adherence to the "porridge" standards (p=0.038; PR = 1.78; CI95%= 1.03-3.08) and "snacks" (p = 0.026; PR = 1.09; CI95% = 1.01-1.18) and children of overweight mothers showed less adherence to the “snacks” pattern (p = 0.042; PR = 0.51; CI95%= 0.26-0.98). Conclusions: patterns found were associated with guidance on infant feeding and breastfeeding, previous experience with breastfeeding, as well as with maternal excess weight, emphasizing the importance of professional guidance for greater adherence to more varied and healthy consumption patterns and that include the different food groups.

The promotion of healthy breakfast and snacks based on the social marketing model: a mixed-methods study

BackgroundSkipping breakfast and replacing it with non-nutritious snacks are progressively increasing among adolescents. This study aimed to develop an educational intervention based on the Social Marketing Model and evaluate its effects on healthy breakfast and snack consumption among female adolescent students.MethodsThis mixed-methods study was conducted in 2016–2019 in two phases. In the first phase, a qualitative study was conducted through directed content analysis in guidance schools in Khorramabad, Isfahan, and Tehran, Iran, to explore factors affecting breakfast consumption. The results of this phase were set in the benchmarks of the Social Marketing Model. In the second phase, a randomized controlled trial was conducted based on the benchmarks of the Social Marketing Model on 94 students randomly recruited from guidance schools in Khorramabad, Iran.ResultsThe findings of the qualitative phase were categorized into the benchmarks of the Social Marketing Model, namely the social marketing mix, the intended behavior, internal and external competing factors for behavior modification, theoretical concepts related to the behavior, and the role of supporters. In the quantitative phase, the univariate analysis showed significant between-group differences concerning the product, price, promotion, and behavior (p < 0.05).ConclusionHealthy breakfast and snack consumption can be promoted through making acceptable the tastes, costs, preparations, and consumption places of breakfast and snack.Trial registrationThe trial was registered in the Iranian Registry of Clinical Trials (code: IRCT20170201032347N1).The trial was registered in 11/07/2018 and is accessible on the Iranian Clinical Trial Registration website.

Protective capacity of gum Arabic, maltodextrin, different starches, and fibers on the bioactive compounds and antioxidant activity of an orange puree (Citrus sinensis (L.) Osbeck) against freeze-drying and in vitro digestion

Dehydrated fruit puree may be a convenient way to promote the healthy consumption of fruit based foods. Drying carriers, highly used by the food industry to stabilize dried fruit products, may show a potential encapsulating capacity of the biocompounds, that could also limit their bioaccesibility. This study analyzed the impact of gum Arabic (GA), bamboo fiber (BF), native corn starch, starch substituted with octenylsuccinic groups, pea fiber, and maltodextrin on the in vitro bioaccessibility of vitamin C (VC), total phenols (TP), and β-carotene, as well as on the antioxidant capacity during the freeze-drying and in vitro digestion of an orange puree. Amongst the formulations studied, GA + BF was the most effective for phytochemicals protection of the freeze-dried orange puree during the intestinal stage of digestion, resulting in a higher TP and VC bioaccessibility (59% and 36%, respectively).

Testing methods to increase consumption of healthy foods evidence from a school-based field experiment in Viet Nam

Schools are an attractive entry point to improve children’s diets, as their eating habits can be shaped during childhood and the information disseminated from school can reach adults through children. We implemented a cluster-randomized trial in 12 schools in peri-urban Viet Nam to assess if two school-based interventions increased knowledge of healthy diets among children and their parents, as well as children’s consumption of healthy foods. First, children were given lessons about food before school lunch and encouraged to share the lessons with their parents. Second, children were provided with healthy snacks to reinforce messages about healthy eating. We found that in the short term, the nutrition lessons raised the knowledge index score of the children by 0.35 standard deviation. After six months, this intervention lost its effectiveness, emphasizing the need for linkage between knowledge and practice. By itself, free access to fruit at school increased the children’s daily fruit consumption by half a portion, but not at the expense of home fruit consumption. Access to healthy foods at school can therefore be an effective measure to raise children’s healthy consumption. Child-parent communication was not a reliable channel for knowledge dissemination in our setting.

임신부의 건강기능식품 소비실태 및 인식에 관한 기초연구: 충남 일부지역을 중심으로

The purpose of this study was to investigate pregnant women’s consumption and perception of functional foods in Korea. A survey was conducted among 112 pregnant women in Chungcheongnam-do Province and 110 responses were included for final analyses. Results revealed that vitamin D, folic acid, and iron were the most frequently consumed functional foods. Of these respondents, 73.6% had experience in counseling with experts including doctors, pharmacists, and dietitians about functional food intakes. With such counseling experience, pregnant women were more likely to purchase functional foods at hospitals, to take two different kinds of them at the same time, and to spend about 50,000 to 100,000 won each month to purchase them. Those with counseling experience were also more likely to perceive effects of functional foods on diseases, but less likely to worry about their side effects. They tended to take functional foods for fetal health, although they have concerns about the quality and the high price of functional foods. These results could be used for future studies and policy development to promote and support healthy consumption of functional foods among pregnant women.

Comparative assessment of nutritive values and safety characteristics of bread sold in Bangladesh

Safe and good quality food products are essential to minimize human health risks and to facilitate business. The objective of this study was to assess the nutritional quality and defects of bread produced in Bangladesh. A total of sixty different types of bread sold in Bangladesh were collected by stratified random sampling and categorized as Brand shop (A), Local shop (B), and Street shop (C) bread. The samples were assessed for their nutritive values, microbiological contaminations, aflatoxins, heavy metals content, and sensory attributes. Nutrient composition and microbial quality were analyzed by using standard methods of the Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC) and the American Public Health Association (APHA). High-Performance liquid chromatography method was used for aflatoxins determination. All categories of bread were low in macro and micronutrients (protein, fat, calcium, and iron) and high in sodium and alcoholic acidity. The heavy metals detected in bread (lead, cadmium, nickel and arsenic) were within the specification. Microbiological results showed that Salmonella spp. and Bacillus spp. were detected in many of the bread samples, whereas Escherichia coli and coliform were found in significant amounts in all categories of bread. Another important health concern that aflatoxins B1 and B2 were found in three bread samples of the local shops. In terms of sensory attributes, the brand shop bread had acquired the highest score for taste, texture, color, and overall acceptability. The study results showed that many of the bread samples were not suitable for healthy consumption, and special awareness should be taken for public health concern; it also warrants further research on safety and manufacturing practices of bread in Bangladesh.

Питание как социально-экономическая институция

Abstract. Purpose. The article describes the economic component of routine eating behavior. Based on the ideas of the structural-functional paradigm and classical economic institutionalism, as well as the data of a sociological study conducted by the authors using the original methodology, the analysis of nutrition as a socio-economic institution that directly affects the distribution of resources and household costs is presented. Methods. To test the hypothesis of the formation of institutionally regulated food practices in modern society, the authors conducted a sociological study in September 2020. An integrative research strategy was applied using qualitative and quantitative methods of collecting social information, ensuring the quality and reliability of the data obtained. Implementing qualitative methods, we used narrative interviews, included observation, focus groups and written surveys (provoked by researchers essays on nutrition problems, presented by respondents in free form). The quantitative method was presented by a pilot smart survey (N = 75). Results. Conclusions: on the formation of a model of healthy nutrition in the majority of respondents and that nutrition increasingly acquires the features of a social institution and depends on the functioning of other social institutions in the economic, political, social and cultural spheres. First of all, the role of the state, the institution of property, education, culture, science is increasing, and their role in the formation of ecological healthy consumption of various population groups is increasing. Scientific novelty. Programs of social and economic support of vulnerable segments of the population, creation of conditions for an exit from “coronavirus crisis” are necessary. The problem of food security requires innovative programs for the development of the agro-industrial complex, modernization of logistics supply chains of food “from field to counter”, the creation of large wholesale distribution centers and investments in agricultural science.

Adiposity and Cardiometabolic Risk assessment Among University Students in Saudi Arabia.

Overweight and obesity have become a significant health hazard among adolescents on account of quick growth in its occurrence rate and its common comorbidities like cardiometabolic disease (CMD). The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of adiposity and assess the risk of CMD among university students in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. A cross-sectional study was conducted during the academic year 2017-2018, in a sample of 310 subjects (127 males; 183 females). The measurements were taken using standardized instruments including Body Mass Index (BMI), Fat Mass Index (FMI), Body Fat Percentage BFP), Mass of Body Fat (MBF), Visceral Fat Area (VFA), Waist Circumference (WC), and Waist to Hip Ratio (WHR). Moreover, CMD risk indicators were calculated by Conicity index (C index), WC, and WHR. The findings showed that the majority was overweight and obese (16.8% and 21.6%, respectively). While evaluating obesity indicators, males were found to have higher adiposity (obese students 34.6%) compared to female students (12.6%; p < 0.001). Additionally, FMI showed that the mean was significantly higher among males (8.65 ± 6.06) compared to females (7.26 ± 3.30; p < 0.019). Analysis of the predictors' indices for cardiometabolic risk score highlighted a significantly higher percentage of WC, WHR, and C index among male students (50, 38.5, 59) compared to females (16.9, 14.2, 34; p < 0.001). Significant positive correlations were observed between C index quartiles and BMI with the other cardiometabolic indices (p < 0.001). This study highlighted a high prevalence of adiposity and CMD risk among university students. The prediction of CMD in early age is quite helpful in preventing adiposity related health issues. Decision makers need to spread awareness about healthy consumption as well as the relationship between physical inactivity and chronic diseases.