Nutrition Status Of Students Research Articles

Assessment of the actual nutrition of students of Voronezh Medical University

BACKGROUND: At a young age, nutrition is the main factor necessary for maintaining and strengthening health during the period of growth and development. AIM: To analyze the nutrition status and its shortcomings in students in an educational institution. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted in a medical university in 2021 to 2023. A survey of 1,200 1st-year to 3d-year students in the following specialties was performed: medical science (n=401, 93 males and 308 females), pediatrics (n=405, 54 boys and 351 girls), and dentistry (n=394, 101 males and 293 females). The participants were 18–22 years old. Age groups were made to determine differences in students’ food preferences that arise with age. Anthropometric indicators were taken from all study participants, and body mass index was calculated. The participants were also asked to use the Personalized Diet 5.0 software package to make up their daily diet for subsequent analyses and identify emerging trends in the nutrition status of young people. RESULTS: Some negative aspects of the nutrition status of medical university students were identified, which, without proper attention and prevention, can lead to various pathological conditions. The main trends in the nutrition status of students were identified, namely, the content of high-carbohydrate foods in the diet, extremely low content of some micro- and macroelements in the diet, etc. CONCLUSION: The results of this study revealed issues in the current nutrition status of medical university students and the need to improve it.

Analysis of Factors Associated with Nutritional Status in School-Age Children at SD Negeri 10 Benteng Sidrap Regency

Nutrition is very important in growth and development. Good nutritional status requires more attention because poor nutritional status in children will affect mental, physical growth or thinking abilities, of course, will reduce the level of productivity and ability in adulthood. The aim of this research is to determine the factors associated with the nutritional status of school- age children at SD Negeri 10 Benteng Sidrap Regency. Quantitative research method with a cross sectional study design. The sample consisted of 158 students at SD Negeri 10 Benteng. Data was collected using questionnaires and measurements of body weight and height. Data analysis used the Chi Square Test with a 95% confidence level. The results of this study show that there is a relationship between income with p value = 0.000, knowledge about nutrition with p value = 0.000, parents' education with p value = 0.000, parents' occupation with p value = 0.025, students' snack habits with p value = 0,000, with the student's nutritional status. The conclusion is that the factors that influence nutritional status are income, knowledge about nutritional status, parental education, parental occupation, parental characteristics and snack habits.

Nutritional Status of Toddlers on Mothers' Knowledge About Worm Infections in the Working Area of Kassi Kassi Health Center Makassar

Nutrition is very important in growth and development. Good nutritional status requires more attention because poor nutritional status in children will affect mental, physical growth or thinking abilities, of course, will reduce the level of productivity and ability in adulthood. The aim of this research is to determine the factors associated with the nutritional status of school- age children at SD Negeri 10 Benteng Sidrap Regency. Quantitative research method with a cross sectional study design. The sample consisted of 158 students at SD Negeri 10 Benteng. Data was collected using questionnaires and measurements of body weight and height. Data analysis used the Chi Square Test with a 95% confidence level. The results of this study show that there is a relationship between income with p value = 0.000, knowledge about nutrition with p value = 0.000, parents' education with p value = 0.000, parents' occupation with p value = 0.025, students' snack habits with p value = 0,000, with the student's nutritional status. The conclusion is that the factors that influence nutritional status are income, knowledge about nutritional status, parental education, parental occupation, parental characteristics and snack habits.

Relationship Between Hemoglobin Levels (Hb) and Nutritional Status with Academic Achievements of STIK KESOSI TLM Students in 2022

Students who excellence academically are always associated with good health status. One indicator of health status that is commonly used is hemoglobin (Hb) and nutritional status. Hb levels can be an indicator of anemia and nutritional status can be a measure of a person's brain development ability. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between hemoglobin (Hb) levels and nutritional status with the academic achievement of TLM STIK KESOSI students in 2022. The research design was cross-sectional, and sampling was carried out in October - November 2022. Sampling using a non-random technique, with a total sample of as many as 36 students. Data collection was carried out by measuring Hb levels, body weight, and height. The data obtained were analyzed by univariate and bivariate. The results showed that 47.2% of students were in the category of normal nutritional status, and 91.7% were not anemia. The relationship between Hb levels and student nutritional status on student academic achievement showed no significant relationship (P> 0.05). In conclusion, normal or not Hb levels and nutritional status did not affect student learning achievement. However, efforts are still needed to maintain the stability of Hb levels and nutritional status in students. So that the impact is not only to increase academic achievement but also to maintain the quality of long-term health.

Hubungan Pengetahuan Gizi Ibu, Pendapatan, Ketahanan Pangan Keluarga dengan Status Gizi Siswa MTs Muhammadiyah Pemalang

Adolescence is a unique period in terms of behavior to meet nutritional needs. The nutritional status of the adolescent is interfered with by sociodemographic variables. This study aims to analyze the relationship between mother’s nutritional knowledge, income, and household food security with the nutritional status of students at MTs Muhammadiyah 02 Pemalang. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 76 students selected by systematic random sampling. The respondents of this study are the mother and the family. Data on mothers’ nutrition knowledge, family income, and food security were collected using questionnaires. The relationship of the variables was analyzed by Pearson correlation. The study found that 22.4% of students are underweight, and 11.8% of students are overweight. 52.6% of respondents haveadequate nutrition knowledge, 40.8% of respondents' families have low income, and 57.9% are food insecure. There is no relationship between mothers’ nutritional knowledge and family food security (p =0.099), there is a relationship between mothers’ nutritional knowledge and student nutritional status (p =0.014), there is a relationship between family income and student nutritional status (p = 0.000), there is no relationship between food security families with the nutritional status of students (p = 0,888). Mothers’ nutritional knowledge and family income are related to the nutritional status of the student.Keyword : Food security, income, mother’s nutritional knowledge, nutritional status

The Relationship of Nutritional Status With Student Learning Outcomes

This study aimed to determine the relationship between student nutritional status and learning outcomes, especially physical education in junior high schools in Bandung City, West Java Province. The research used is correlational. The population of this study amounted to 98,289 students. Sampling using a simple random sampling technique. The research sample amounted to 1870 students. This study uses primary data that is obtained from the measurement of the nutritional status of students and secondary data from physical education teachers in Bandung. The data collection tool measures nutritional status based on body mass index and learning outcomes with student scores from teachers. The data were analyzed by correlational statistics through a computerized process using the SPSS program. From the study results, it can be concluded that there is no significant relationship between nutritional status and learning outcomes for both male and female students in junior high school. Further research by examining other factors related to BMI and other factors related to learning outcomes, such as socioeconomic and family factors.

Perbedaan status gizi antara perokok dan bukan perokok pada mahasiswa Politeknik Kesehatan Kemenkes Aceh

Background: Smoking habits can have a negative impact on smokers and those around them. Smokers tend to have a lower body mass index (BMI) than nonsmokers in various populations. The average cigarette smoked per day per person in Indonesia is 12.3 cigarettes (equivalent to one pack). Smokers generally have a lower body weight than non-smokers.Objectives: This study aims to determine differences in nutritional status or body mass index (BMI) between smokers and non-smokers.Methods: The study used cross-sectional, with a sample of 66 students. The research was conducted at the Health Polytechnic of the Ministry of Health in 2019. Data collection was carried out by direct interviews using questionnaires, as well as anthropometric measurements (weight and height) to assess nutritional status. Data processing was carried out by categorizing smokers and non-smokers, and nutritional status using the z-score of BMI. Data analysis used Independent T-test at 95% CI.Results: The results have reported that students' smoking habits are carried out outside the home (81.8%) by smoking between 3-6 cigarettes/day. Student nutritional status (BMI) in smokers 21.33 kg/m2 and non-smokers 21.86 kg/m2. Statistically, there was no difference (p= 0.600) between the nutritional status of smoking students and non-smoking students at the Health Polytechnic of Aceh, Ministry of Health (p > 0.05). Conclusion: There is no difference in nutritional status (BMI) between smoking students and non-smoking students at the Health Polytechnic of Aceh, Ministry of Health.

Assessment of nutritional quality of snacks and beverages sold in university vending machines: a qualitative assessment

PurposeVending machines (VMs) provide quick access for snack foods and beverages for students during their study days. These vended foods have been reported to affect the student's nutritional status and contributing to obesity by increasing the caloric intake. This study aimed to evaluate the nutritional value of snacks and beverages provided by VM at the university campuses.Design/methodology/approachA cross-sectional observational study in one large urban university with four campuses was conducted. In total, 55 VMs were found distributed over 50 buildings of the four university campuses. Of the vending slots surveyed, only 57 snacks and beverage food items were found repeated. These items were vended and analyzed using nutrient databases, and their nutritional quality was assessed using nutrient adequacy ratio and nutritional quality score.FindingsMost vended snacks were salty (77%) and sweet (23%). Neither snacks nor beverages were nutrient-dense, and the majority (65%) of snacks and beverages were calorie-dense, with high contents of sugar, sodium and saturated fat; while they were low in vitamins C and A, calcium, iron, sodium, protein and dietary fibers. None of the vended beverages met the low calorie, low sugars and high-fiber criteria.Research limitations/implicationsOne limitation of the current work is represented in the fact that VM snacks and beverages are not fixed throughout the year days, and exposed to continuous changes, depending on the customers' attitudes and economic and financial considerations related to the operating contractor company and the customer students. Thus, a continuous, long-term evaluation is suggested to be conducted for a more representative and reflective evaluation of the nutritional quality of vended snacks and beverages.Practical implicationsPoor nutritional quality has been found for vended foods. Healthier food options should be provided to improve students' dietary intake.Social implicationsAttention has to be directed toward the nutritional quality of VM foods, and how to provide adolescents and young adults with healthy options.Originality/valueThis is the first study conducted in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Gulf Cooperation Council countries (GCC) assessing the nutritional value of vending machine foods in university settings.

Relationship of Food Variations, Snack Food, and Physical Activities with the Nutrition Status of Students in Labuhan Batu District

Background: One group of school-age children has nutritional problems. The problem of excess nutrients can affect body function, while a nutrient deficiency can cause impaired body growth and maturity of the reproductive organ system. Also, daily nutritional deficiencies can cause a lack of concentration in learning. Purpose: To determine the effect of food consumption patterns on nutritional status. Method: The research design used was observational with a cross-sectional study approach. This research was conducted at SMP Negeri 3 Satu Atap Batu Bujur, West Bilah Subdistrict, Labuhan Batu Regency, North Sumatra Province with a research sample of 78 students consisting of class VII and VIII aged 13-15 years. The sampling technique in this research is using the total sampling method. Data analysis was performed univariate and bivariate using the Chi-Square test. Results: dietary variation was associated with nutritional status with a p-value (0.010). Snack food was related to nutritional status with a p-value (0.45). Physical activity is related to nutritional status with a p-value (0.030). Conclusion: There is a correlation between dietary variation, snack food, and physical activity with nutritional status among students. It is recommended that students keep their food consumption and physical activity in accordance with nutritional needs.Keywords: Food Variation, Snack Food, Physical Activity, Nutritional Status.

The Comparison of Giardia lamblia Infection and Nutritional Status of Elementary School Students in Mandangin Island, Sampang and Mojo Village, Surabaya, Indonesia

Introduction: Giardia lamblia infection can cause impaired absorption of nutrientsand affects to the nutritional status that has not yet fully investigated in Indonesia.This study aimed to investigate the comparison of prevalence of Giardia lambliainfection and nutritional status of elementary students in Mandangin island and Mojovillage where were different condition.Methods: An analytical observational study with cross sectional design wasconducted in Mandangin island in July 2017 and Mojo village in June 2018 byinformed consent. Stools of elementary students were collected for Giardia lambliaidentification under a light microscope using direct smear method. Nutritional statusof students were determined by body mass index (BMI), and categorized as severeunderweight, underweight, healthyweight, overweight, and obese.Results: Forty-five stools samples were collected from elementary students inMandangin island and 55 stools samples in Mojo village. Prevalence of Giardialamblia infection without symptoms was higher in elementary students in Mandanginisland than Mojo village (28,9%, 13/45 and 1,8%, 1/55, respectively). Giardiasisprevalence in Mandangin island was significantly difference with Mojo village(p<0.0001, chi square-test). Nutritional status of students in both study sites showeddominant healthy-weight that were 73.3% (34/55) in Mandangin island and 61.8%(33/45) in Mojo village. Giardiasis was commonly observed in students with healthy-weight and it was higher in Mandangin island (8/33, 24.2%) than Mojo village (1/34,2.9%).Conclusion: Asymptomatic giardiasis was highly found in elementary students inMandangin island and commonly observed in students with healthy-weight from both 3 regions. It suggested that asymptomatic giardiasis might not affect to the nutrition status of students.

KEBIASAAN JAJAN DI SEKOLAH DAN MAKAN DI RUMAH TIDAK BERHUBUNGAN DENGAN STATUS GIZI ANAK USIA SEKOLAH

Backgrounds: Snacking is a common habits while an appetite is a desire to eat or feeling hungry. The student ususally prefer choose snacking and less interest with the meal serve at home. Snacking habits which less in fulfill healthy and nutrition requirement also decrease of appetite will threatening the healthy and nutrition status of the student.Objectives: This research aims to understanding the relation of snacking habits and appetite with the nutrition status of students in Paccerakkang State Elementary School, Biringkanaya, Makassar.Methods: This research using observasional method with cross sectional research design. The sample are student in grade IV and V choosing by random sampling. To find the relation between variable using Chi Square examination.Results: The results of this research shows that snacking habits tend to not good (52,0%). The appetite of students tend to good (52,0%). The nutrition status category of the students tend to normal (78,0%).Conclusions: There are nothing siginificance relation between snacking habits with student nutritions status in Pacerakkang State Elementary School, with value of p = 0,560 (>0,05).Keywords : Snacking habits, appetite, nutrition status, students

Nutritional Status and Food Behavior among Primary School Students in Duhok City

Background: The assessment of nutritional status as a part of school health component, can serve as a screening tool to identify children who need nutritional intervention and to prevent further deterioration in their nutritional status with reducing the risk of poor school performance. Objective: Evaluate the primary school students' nutritional status in Duhok City and find out the relationship between students' nutritional status with their food behavior. Methodology: A cross sectional study was conducted throughout the period 25th November 2014 to 25th November 2015. Cluster stratified simple random sampling of (700) primary school students who aged 6-12 years were selected of 41 primary schools in Duhok city. Food behavior and socio- demographic data were obtained by direct interview. In addition, height and weight measured in order to calculate body mass index of primary school age children. A questionnaire was modified as a tool of data collection and utilized the height and weight scales for measuring student`s height and weight for the purpose of the present study. Data were analyzed through the use of descriptive and inferential statistical analysis approaches. Results: the present study showed highest percent (57.1%) of primary school student's nutritional status was healthy weight and more than two third of them were at somewhat healthy food behavior (71.3%). In addition to highly significant relationship between such nutritional status of primary school students and their food behavior with P. value (0.001). Conclusion: The present study revealed that the primary school students' nutritional status is influenced by their food behavior. Recommendations: The researchers recommended that schools of Duhok City, health care system and parent should involve in establishing nutritional educational program steps, guidelines, inclusion of health related nutritional topics in school curriculum with yearly screening children including: checking height, weight and BMI according to age.

Consumption of fruits and its association with nutritional status in chilean university students career of physical education

Chile is a country that reaches the highest levels of overweight and obesity worldwide (66.7% of the Chilean population), with a group of college students tending to swell these numbers considered nutritionally vulnerable group. To associate the consumption of fruits with nutritional status of Chilean university students in physical education. The study population consisted of all students of the School of Pedagogy in Physical Education from the Autonomous University of Chile, Temuco based (n = 420). The sample included 239 students (56.9%), men (76.5%) with a mean age of 21.5 ± 2.1 years. Each student nutritional status was determined and applied a validated survey eating habits. An association between fruit consumption (≥2 servings / day) in the model crude OR = 0.528 (from 0.288 to 0.965), Model 1 adjusted OR = 0.496 (0.268 to 0.916) and Model 2 adjusted OR = 0.495 is observed (0.265 to 0.924) CONCLUSION: Consumption ≥ 2 servings a day of fruits is a protective factor for a good BMI Chilean university students in physical education.

Fatores condicionantes da adesão dos alunos ao Programa de Alimentação Escolar no Brasil

OBJETIVO: Verificar o nível de adesão dos alunos ao Programa de Alimentação Escolar e identificar as principais variáveis que a afetam. MÉTODOS: A pesquisa baseou-se em amostra composta por dez municípios brasileiros, sendo dois de cada região geográfica. As informações foram obtidas a partir de visitas às escolas (duas por município) e entrevistas junto a 2.678 escolares. Foram consideradas no modelo estatístico as variáveis: gênero, idade, práticas alimentares, estado nutricional e condições socioeconômicas dos alunos. Utilizaram-se os testes de qui-quadrado e o modelo de lógite para identificar a influência simultânea das variáveis acima consideradas. RESULTADOS: Verificou-se que 46% dos alunos consomem diariamente a alimentação oferecida na escola, enquanto 17% não participam do Programa. As variáveis renda familiar per capita, escolaridade dos pais, idade, estado nutricional dos alunos e a maior freqüência de consumo de alimentos nas "cantinas escolares", ou seja, cantinas comerciais existentes nas escolas, são inversamente associadas à adesão diária ao Programa. Nas escolas que não dispõem de tais cantinas, o estado nutricional é a única variável inversamente associada à adesão diária ao Programa. CONCLUSÃO: Pode-se inferir que a adesão ao Programa de Alimentação Escolar é baixa e que, embora concebido para ser universal, na prática, assume caráter focalizado, beneficiando principalmente os escolares comprometidos nutricionalmente, cujas famílias possuem menores rendimentos e escolaridade. Espera-se que o presente estudo possa contribuir para a reformulação do Programa, visando promover a adequação do seu atendimento às características dos beneficiários. E que possa, também, subsidiar pesquisas futuras para identificar os motivos da rejeição da alimentação escolar por expressiva parcela da população alvo.