Sugary Drinks Research Articles

Dietary patterns of Chinese children and adolescents and their associations with family characteristics and functioning: a multicenter cross-sectional study

BackgroundDietary patterns influence children and adolescents’ health not only in the present but also in their adulthood. Family characteristics and functioning play a crucial role in food choices and are important modifiable factors for early interventions aimed at preventing unhealthy diets.ObjectiveThe study aimed to analyze the dietary patterns of Chinese children and adolescents and explore their associations with family characteristics and functioning.Methods6276 participants aged 6 to 17 years were recruited for the multicenter cross-sectional study through cluster sampling. Food intake, family characteristics, and family function were assessed. Dietary patterns were identified through factor analysis based on food intake data, and a multiple logistic regression model was used to investigate the associations between dietary patterns, family characteristics, and family functioning.ResultsThree distinct dietary patterns were identified: the “Diverse dietary pattern” (characterized by a rich diet and balanced nutrition), the “Fast food concentrated dietary pattern” (primarily consisting of fried foods, sugary drinks, processed meats, and other junk food), and the “Traditional dietary pattern” (mainly vegetables and grains). Girls, those living in rural areas, and those with better family functioning were more likely to adhere to the “Diverse dietary pattern” (p < 0.01). Girls, primary school students, and those with lower educated mothers tended to have higher adherence to the “Traditional dietary pattern” (p < 0.01). High adherence to the “Fast food concentrated dietary pattern” were associated with boys, older age, Han ethnicity, family dysfunction, living with both parents, being an only-child, having a better educated father, lower family income, and higher pocket money (p < 0.01).ConclusionChildren and adolescents from different family backgrounds exhibit distinct dietary patterns, highlighting the importance of early screening and intervention tailored to these varying family characteristics. Among the modifiable family factors, better family functioning stands out as a key area of focus for promoting and sustaining healthy dietary patterns in Chinese children and adolescents.

Sugary drink consumption and tooth decay relationship in diabetes mellitus patients

Introduction: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels. It is a global health problem that can increase the risk of tooth decay and requires conservative dental treatment. Several factors impact the severity of tooth decay, sugary drink consumption is one of them. This study aimed to investigate the association between tooth decay in patients with diabetes mellitus who regularly consume sugary drink versus those who do not. These patients visited Conservative Dentistry Section, Universitas Airlangga Dental Hospital Surabaya, Indonesia, during Jan-Mar 2023. Methods: This study involved 37 patients with diabetes mellitus and posterior tooth decay. Demographic data were gathered from personal interview and dental records. Statistical analysis was done using chi-square analysis. Results: sugary drink consumption has a significant difference (p&lt;0.05) among the patients with posterior tooth decay and diabetes mellitus. Conclusion: sugary drink consumption influences the severity of tooth decay in diabetes mellitus patients.

Diet Quality Among Older Adolescent Boys and Girls in the Southeast Asia Region.

Adolescence is a period of tremendous physical and neurophysiological change, and today's rapidly changing food system has implications for adolescent nutritional and health outcomes. Ensuring nutritious diets during adolescence requires evidence on what is being consumed by adolescent boys and girls, however, little is known about the dietary patterns among this age group. This study assessed the prevalence of food group consumption and indicators of diet quality among adolescents in the Southeast Asia region and compared these results to the adult population. Secondary analysis of the Gallup World Poll, a population-based survey, was performed using datasets from Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos PDR, the Philippines and Vietnam. Pooled analysis of nine diet quality indicators was conducted among all adolescents 15-19 years of age (n = 479), with comparison to the adult population (n = 4589). Various unhealthy food groups were consumed by one-quarter to one-half of adolescents, with a greater proportion of adolescents consuming instant noodles, sweets, processed meats and salty snacks, as compared to adults. Just over one-third of adolescents (37.4%) consumed all five recommended food groups to meet dietary guidelines, almost two-thirds (62.6%) consumed sweet beverages and over three-quarters consumed unhealthy/ultra-processed foods (76.8%). Overall indicators of diet quality showed that Southeast Asian adolescents' diets were less healthy than adults. This is one of the first studies to explore the healthy and unhealthy aspects of diets among both adolescent boys and girls across the Southeast Asia region, with results indicating that diets are not nutritionally adequate.

Evaluating the association between alcohol sweetness preference, alcohol harm, and alcohol value.

Alcohol use disorder is prevalent, and various risk factors inform drinking onset and drinking patterns. Existing data suggest that alcohol sweet taste preference may be associated with harmful levels of alcohol use and alcohol-related harm. The present exploratory study aimed to characterize people's first alcohol use experience, probe the association between sweet taste preferences and drinking patterns over time, and evaluate the relationship between sweet taste preferences and behavioral economic variables. Participants (N = 277) were recruited through Prolific and completed an assessment of first alcohol exposure, current and historic drinking patterns, alcohol demand, and delay discounting. Participants reporting preference for less sweet alcohol beverages consumed the most drinks per week both currently and during their period of the heaviest use. Trends emerged such that rank order decreases in alcohol consumption were observed from those reporting transitioning from sweet to less sweet preference, then less sweet to sweet preference, and finally consistent sweet taste preference reporting the lowest consumption. Similar associations were observed for alcohol use disorder symptoms counts and alcohol demand intensity. These data broadly suggest that sweet taste preferences in alcohol consumption may serve as an important factor modulating patterns of alcohol use across the lifespan. In terms of translational implications, these data suggest that commonly used sucrose fades in preclinical research may reflect the trend in taste preferences of the majority of the population but do not mirror the typical onset (or course) of chronic, maladaptive drinking behaviors. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).

Impact of sweet drink on pituitary response and subject comfort during insulin tolerance test

The insulin tolerance test (ITT) is the gold standard for the diagnosis of cortisol and growth hormone (GH) deficiencies. Once hypoglycemia is detected whether patients should receive carbohydrates to recover faster from hypoglycemia is controversial. The aim of our study was to assess the impact of shortening the duration of hypoglycemia by providing a sugar drink on patient comfort and hormonal responses. This prospective, single-center, crossover, single-blind study enrolled 15 healthy participants. Each subject performed two ITT: one with normal Cola and the other with Cola Zero. Glucose and hormone levels were measured at baseline and after the induction of insulin-induced hypoglycemia. Patient tolerance to ITT was evaluated using reported hypoglycemia side effects, visual analog scale scores, and quality-of-life questionnaire. Normal Cola shortened the period of hypoglycemia (plasma glucose < 40 mg/dl) from 30 to 15 min (p = 0.005), allowing a higher proportion of participants to recover from potentially dangerous values after 45 min (12 vs. 5; p = 0.008). Cola also improved patient comfort, as evaluated using a visual analog scale (VAS score 2.6 vs 3.7, p = 0.016). Sugar did not significantly change the median cortisol and GH peaks. Body mass index was the only factor determining the cortisol peak, independent of the injected insulin dose. The time to reach hormone peaks was similar between the two protocols. Cortisol and GH values were significantly higher at 120 min in the Cola Zero group, suggesting the prolongation of hypothalamic-pituitary stress in the absence of sugar. Our study confirmed that rapid correction of hypoglycemia during ITT improves subject comfort, reduces the duration of hypoglycemia and associated symptoms, while guaranteeing unchanged cortisol and GH peaks.

Countermarketing Versus Health Education Messages About Sugar-Sweetened Beverages: An Online Randomized Controlled Trial of US Adults.

Objectives. To test whether countermarketing messages for sugary drinks lead to lower intentions to consume sugary drinks and less perceived weight stigma than health education messages. Methods. In August 2023, we conducted an online randomized controlled trial with US adults (n = 2169). We assessed the effect of countermarketing messages, health education messages, and neutral control messages on intentions to consume sugary drinks and perceived weight stigma. Results. Both countermarketing messages (Cohen d = -0.20) and health education messages (d = -0.35) led to lower intentions to consume sugary drinks than control messages (Ps < .001). However, both types of messages elicited more perceived weight stigma than control messages (ds = 0.87 and 1.29, respectively; Ps < .001). Countermarketing messages were less effective than health education messages at lowering intentions to consume sugary drinks (d for countermarketing vs health education = 0.14) but also elicited less perceived weight stigma than health education messages (d = -0.39; Ps < .01). Conclusions. Countermarketing messages show promise for reducing sugary drink consumption while eliciting less weight stigma than health education messages, though they may need to be refined further to minimize weight stigma and maximize effectiveness. Clinical Trial Number. ClinicalTrials.gov NCT05953194. (Am J Public Health. 2024;114(12):1354-1364. https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2024.307853).

Food Acquisition Locations and Food Groups Acquired According to Levels of Food Insecurity in Brazil

Food insecurity (FI) is a persistent issue in Brazil, with significant disparities existing across the country’s macroregions. This study investigated the food acquisition locations and types of foods purchased at different levels of FI, utilizing data from 57,920 households in the 2017–2018 Brazilian Household Budget Survey. Food acquisition locations were grouped into supermarkets, small markets, street fairs/fruit and vegetable stores/public markets, and others. Foods were categorized into 12 groups: rice, beans, vegetables, fruits, red meats, fish, poultry, eggs, milk and dairy products, bread, cookies, and sugary drinks. Supermarkets are the primary source of food in Brazil. However, in the North and Northeast regions, small markets are more frequently used across all levels of FI. Nationally, most food groups are predominantly purchased at supermarkets. Nevertheless, households experiencing moderate or severe FI rely more on small markets for essential items such as rice, beans, and proteins, as well as ultraprocessed foods. These findings highlight the need for public policies that improve food access for vulnerable populations and address regional inequalities. Enhancing access and ensuring food security across different regions is essential to promoting equitable and healthy diets throughout the country.

Trends in food and nutrition behaviours, knowledge and attitudes among youth in six countries: findings from the 2019-2021 International Food Policy Study Youth Surveys.

This commentary highlights the release of findings now available in the report International Food Policy Study Youth Surveys: Summary of Findings 2019-2021. The survey data described in this commentary consist of repeated cross-sectional surveys conducted annually beginning in 2019. Online surveys were conducted in 2019 to 2021 among respondents living in Australia, Canada, Chile, Mexico, the United Kingdom and the USA. Survey respondents were youth aged 10-17 years in 2019 (n 12 031), 2020 (n 11 108) and 2021 (n 10 459). The report described in this commentary summarises findings on food and nutrition behaviours, attitudes and knowledge among youth, including their diet sources and patterns, school nutrition environments, food security, diet intentions, weight perceptions and weight loss behaviours, sugary drink perceptions, awareness of public education and mass media campaigns, perceptions of food labels and exposure to food and beverage marketing. Results from the IFPS Youth surveys provide important insights into key policies of global interest, including front-of-package nutrition labelling, levies on sugary beverages and restrictions on marketing unhealthy food and beverages to children. As policymakers continue to seek effective strategies to improve adolescent health outcomes, ongoing cross-country monitoring of food and nutrition-related indicators, such as the data from the International Food Policy Study, will be critical in assessing dietary trends and evaluating upcoming policies.

The impact of culturally-informed messages to reduce sugar-sweetened beverage consumption: An experiment among Black women in the United States.

Sugar-sweetened beverage (i.e., sugary drink) consumption is associated with chronic health issues that disproportionately affect Black women. Culturally-informed (CI) health campaigns may be more effective among Black women than campaigns designed for general audiences. This study assesses the effects of a CI campaign on consumption intentions, comparing these effects to general audience and control campaigns. We conducted an online between-persons randomized experiment with a national convenience sample of 502 Black women in February 2023. Participants were randomly assigned to view a CI, general audience, or control campaign. Outcomes were intentions to decrease sugary drink consumption (primary outcome; range 1-7), knowledge of (range 0-4) and perceived susceptibility to health harms (range 1-5) and sharing intentions (range 0-3). The CI campaign had significantly higher perceived cultural relevance (M = 4.61) than the general audience (M = 3.64) or control (M = 3.66; p's<0.05) campaigns. Consumption intentions did not differ by campaign condition (F = 0.03, p>0.05). There was no main effect of campaign condition on knowledge or perceived susceptibility (p's>0.05), though findings were moderated by body size. Based on body size, women reported less perceived susceptibility or knowledge when exposed to the CI campaign, compared to either the control or general audience campaign. Sharing intentions did not differ by campaign condition. Future research should continue to examine the role of refining message content over a longer duration to understand whether the anticipated impact of CI messages can be achieved in the context of sugary drink consumption among Black women.

Evaluating practices toward dental health among primary school children in Rwanda

BackgroundDental diseases pose a global health problem that significantly affects overall well-being and quality of life. They are frequently neglected in many regions, despite the availability of preventive measures and it remains unclear whether these measures are effectively implemented in practice. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate dental health practices among primary school children in both rural and urban areas of Rwanda.MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted on 195 school children including 96 from a rural area and 99 from an urban area. Data were collected through a questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS version 21. To compare practices between the rural and urban groups, Fisher’s exact test was utilized, with a significance level set at 0.05.ResultsThe findings show significant differences in dental health practices between rural and urban areas, revealing that rural children were less likely to visit the dentist regularly (p = 0.026) and had a higher frequency of sugary drink consumption (p = 0.002). Additionally, disparities were found in the materials used for tooth brushing (p < 0.001) and the timing of toothbrush replacement (p = 0.011), indicating that rural children often use inappropriate brushing materials and replace their toothbrushes less frequently.ConclusionThis study highlights significant differences in dental health practices between rural and urban children in Rwanda. Rural children were less likely to visit the dentist, consumed more sugary drinks, and used inappropriate brushing materials with less frequent toothbrush replacement. These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions to improve oral health awareness and practices especially in rural areas.

Gamified response training with sugary drinks does not facilitate adherence to a restrictive diet

Gamified response training with sugary drinks does not facilitate adherence to a restrictive diet

The impact of ultra-processed foods and unprocessed or minimally processed foods on the quality of life among adolescents: a longitudinal study from China.

The purpose of this study was to explore the associations between ultra-processed foods (UPF), unprocessed or minimally processed foods (UMFs) with the quality of life (QoL) in Chinese adolescents. The study included a baseline survey in 2021 (T1) and a follow-up survey in 2022 (T2), with a total of 3,206 participants, including 1,510 males (Age ± SE: 13.62 ± 1.69) and 1,696 females (Age ± SE: 14.09 ± 1.85). QoL was measured using the Quality of Life Scale for Children and Adolescents. All adolescents were asked to recall the foods they had eaten in the past week, which was classified using the NOVA system. Instant noodles, sugary drinks, and fried foods had a negative impact on adolescents' QoL. Snacks or desserts only had a negative impact on the girls' QoL. However, processed meats had a positive impact on the QoL of all adolescents. Fast food was beneficial for girls' QoL. Fruits had a positive impact on the QoL of all adolescents. Green leafy vegetables, red and orange vegetables, fish, shrimp, or other seafood had a positive impact on the QoL of girls. Fresh poultry, pork, beef, and other meats had a positive impact on boys' QoL. Soy products were detrimental to girls' QoL. Tubers had a negative impact on boys' QoL. Potatoes had a negative effect on the all adolescents' QoL. This study further expands the understanding of the relationship between UPF, UMFs, and QoL. It provides new insights and evidence for improving the QoL of adolescents.

Associations Between Body Appreciation, Body Weight, Lifestyle Factors and Subjective Health Among Bachelor Students in Lithuania and Poland: Cross-Sectional Study.

Background/Objectives: Positive body image is linked to improved mental and physical well-being, healthier lifestyles, and fewer unhealthy weight control behaviors. Cultural factors also play a role in influencing body appreciation. This study investigated the associations between body appreciation, body weight, lifestyle factors, and subjective health among bachelor's students in Lithuania and Poland. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was conducted with 1290 students from universities in both countries. The Body Appreciation Scale-2 (BAS-2) measured body appreciation, while participants provided self-reported data on their dietary habits, physical activity, sleep, health perceptions, and body weight and height. Linear regression models explored associations between BAS-2 scores, actual and perceived body weight, lifestyle habits, and subjective health. Results: Gender and country-based differences in body appreciation were observed. Lithuanian female students reported a higher median BAS score of 33 compared to 32 among Polish female students (p = 0.02), despite having a higher median BMI (22.3 kg/m2 vs. 21.1 kg/m2, p = 0.001). Positive body appreciation was linked to healthier dietary behaviors, such as higher consumption of fruits, vegetables, fish, and regular breakfasts. Additionally, greater physical activity and sufficient sleep were associated with higher body appreciation, while higher intake of sweets, sugary drinks, and fast food correlated with lower BAS-2 scores. Both BMI and perceived weight were negatively associated with body appreciation, particularly among females. Conclusions: Body appreciation is closely linked to body weight, healthier lifestyle, and positive health perceptions, suggesting that promoting healthier habits may improve body appreciation.

Association of Past Smoking Status With Gout in Māori People in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Evidence for an association of smoking with gout is conflicting. We assessed associations of current and past smoking with gout in an Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ) population. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was performed on cross-sectional data from participants of NZ Māori (from 2 studies: Genetics of Gout in Aotearoa [GGA] study of 293 participants with gout and 431 without; and Ngāti Porou Hauora [NPH] study of 111 participants with gout and 42 without), Pacific people (257 participants with gout and 357 without), and European (694 participants with gout and 688 without) ancestry. Current smoking was not associated with gout in NZ Māori (GGA: adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 1.54, P = 0.13; NPH: aOR 3.02, P = 0.10), Pacific people (aOR 0.64, P = 0.21), or European (aOR 0.92, P = 0.80) cohorts. Ex-smoker status was associated with higher gout prevalence in Māori cohorts (GGA: aOR 1.71, P = 0.02; NPH: aOR 7.95, P < 0.001), but not in Pacific people (aOR 1.10, P = 0.69) or European (aOR 1.18, P = 0.22) cohorts. Associations were independent of age, sex, BMI, alcohol intake, kidney function, hypertension, diabetes, physical activity, sugary drink consumption, education, and employment. No association of smoker status with serum urate concentrations was observed in participants without gout. Ex-smoker status was associated with higher gout prevalence in people of NZ Māori ancestry. No association of current smoking with gout was observed across ancestral groups, raising uncertainties about the relevance of an association specific to ex-smokers.

Mediterranean Food Pattern Adherence in a Female-Dominated Sample of Health and Social Sciences University Students: Analysis from a Perspective of Sustainability.

The goal of this pilot study is to evaluate adherence to the Mediterranean Food Pattern (MFP) in a self-selected sample of university students, addressing a perspective of food sustainability. In addition, it seeks to relate adherence to MFP with sociodemographic characteristics and nutritional status. This is a cross-sectional pilot study whose data collection was carried out by an online questionnaire between January and April 2023. Two hundred and forty-eight students participated-most of them were female (78.2%), had a median of 22 (20; 30) years, resided in the central region of Portugal (42.3%), and were pursuing a degree (73.4%) in a public higher education institution (66.5%). The prevalence of overweight (overweight and obesity) found was 33.1%. Females predominantly used olive oil as their main source of fat (95.9%, p = 0.009) and had a higher consumption of sugary drinks (81.4%, p = 0.004) compared to males, who reported usage rates of 85.2% and 63.0%, The median score of the Mediterranean Diet Adherence Screener was 7 points, presented with an interquartile range (Q1: 6, Q3: 8), indicating moderate adherence. The analysis showed no differences between the sexes (p = 0.087). There was also a negative correlation between adherence to the MFP and the body mass index (p = 0.007; r = -0.171). In addition, adherence to the MFP was associated with the area of study and the course attended, with students in health-related fields showing higher adherence. These findings underscore the necessity for targeted interventions aimed at promoting adherence to the MFP among university students, which could contribute to improved health outcomes and enhanced environmental sustainability.

The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Longitudinal Analysis of Body Weight Variations and Their Implications for Daily Habits.

Assessing changes in lifestyle, dietary habits, eating behaviors, and stress during the pandemic and their impact on weight is crucial for developing effective interventions. This study investigated weight variations among Brazilians and associated habit changes over nine months during the COVID-19 pandemic. An online questionnaire was applied (T0/T1, T2). Weight variation classifications were determined from T0 to T1 and evaluated longitudinally for changes in lifestyle, dietary habits, food consumption, eating behavior, and perceived stress using generalized estimating equations (p < 0.05). Out of 453 participants, 23.6% lost weight, 18.1% maintained their weight, 26.0% gained up to 2.4 kg, and 32.2% gained ≥ 2.5 kg. Weight loss was associated with decreased food consumption and increased stress at T2. The group that gained up to 2.4 kg reported reduced food intake, snacking, meal preparation, and candy consumption but increased stress at T2. Those gaining ≥ 2.5 kg initially increased food consumption, snacking, meal preparation, hamburgers/canned products, sugary drinks, instant meals/snacks, candies, and fast food consumption at T1, all of which were reduced at T2, along with a decrease in uncontrolled and emotional eating. Although the pandemic initially affected daily habits differently based on weight changes, participants-especially those who gained more weight-tended to revert to pre-pandemic habits.

Development and validation of an addiction-like behavior scale related to the consumption of sugary drinks

Development and validation of an addiction-like behavior scale related to the consumption of sugary drinks

Linking Big Five personality traits to components of diet: A meta-analytic review.

This research synthesis sought to determine the magnitude of associations between major personality dimensions and components of diet. A comprehensive literature search identified 49 articles (584 effect sizes; 151,750 participants) that met the inclusion criteria. Pooled mean effects were computed using inverse-variance weighted random effects meta-analysis. Mean effect sizes from 98 separate meta-analyses provided evidence that lower levels of neuroticism, r = -.05 (95% confidence interval, CI [-.09, -.01]), and higher levels of extraversion, r = .07 (95% CI [.03, .11]); openness, r = .13 (95% CI [.07, .18]); agreeableness, r = .07 (95% CI [.04, .11]); and conscientiousness, r = .12 (95% CI [.08, .16]), are associated with a healthier diet. Personality traits related to fruit and vegetable consumption; sugar intake (e.g., candy, sugary drinks); salt intake; consumption of meat, dairy, and fiber; low-fat foods; fast food and snacks; convenience foods; breakfast frequency; meal irregularity; and emotional and restrained eating. There was evidence of publication bias complicating conclusions for conscientiousness and meat eating. Random effects metaregression showed that agreeableness had a stronger positive association with healthy eating among older adults. These findings should be of interest to health care professionals developing health care services that aim to promote healthy eating. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).

Maternal under-nutrition during pregnancy alters the molecular response to over-nutrition in multiple organs and tissues in nonhuman primate juvenile offspring.

Previous studies in rodents suggest that mismatch between fetal and postnatal nutrition predisposes individuals to metabolic diseases. We hypothesized that in nonhuman primates (NHP), fetal programming of maternal undernutrition (MUN) persists postnatally with a dietary mismatch altering metabolic molecular systems that precede standard clinical measures. We used unbiased molecular approaches to examine response to a high fat, high-carbohydrate diet plus sugar drink (HFCS) challenge in NHP juvenile offspring of MUN pregnancies compared with controls (CON). Pregnant baboons were fed ad libitum (CON) or 30% calorie reduction from 0.16 gestation through lactation; weaned offspring were fed chow ad libitum. MUN offspring were growth restricted at birth. Liver, omental fat, and skeletal muscle gene expression, and liver glycogen, muscle mitochondria, and fat cell size were quantified. Before challenge, MUN offspring had lower body mass index (BMI) and liver glycogen, and consumed more sugar drink than CON. After HFCS challenge, MUN and CON BMIs were similar. Molecular analyses showed HFCS response differences between CON and MUN for muscle and liver, including hepatic splicing and unfolded protein response. Altered liver signaling pathways and glycogen content between MUN and CON at baseline indicate in utero programming persists in MUN juveniles. MUN catchup growth during consumption of HFCS suggests increased risk of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Greater sugar drink consumption in MUN demonstrates altered appetitive drive due to programming. Differences in blood leptin, liver glycogen, and tissue-specific molecular response to HFCS suggest MUN significantly impacts juvenile offspring ability to manage an energy rich diet.

Unhealthy food consumption among women at reproductive age in Cambodia: Analysis of Cambodia Demographic and Health Survey 2021–2022

Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are significant global health issues; we examined the prevalence of unhealthy food consumption and used logistic regression to analyze its association with socio-demographic characteristics using data from the 2021-2022 Cambodia Demographic and Health Survey (CDHS), which included 19,496 women aged 15–49. Overall, 33.0% (95%CI: 31.9–34.2) of women consumed unhealthy foods within 24 hours, 21.1% (95%CI: 20.1–22.1) consumed sweet foods, 18.2% (95%CI: 17.4–19.1) consumed salty foods, 58.3% (95%CI: 57.1–59.5) consumed sweet beverages, and 16.3% (95%CI: 15.3–17.3) consumed alcohol in the last month. Only 1.5% (95%CI: 1.3–1.7) of women smoked cigarettes. Factors associated with increased odds of consuming unhealthy food included aged 15–19 years (AOR = 1.7; 95% CI: 1.5–2.1), 20–29 years (AOR = 1.3; 95% CI: 1.1–1.5), and 30–39 years (AOR = 1.3; 95% CI: 1.2–1.5), higher education (AOR = 1.6; 95% CI: 1.3–2.0), and wealthier households (AOR = 1.1; 95% CI: 0.9–1.2), residing in capital city (AOR = 2.4; 95% CI: 1.9–3.1). The study found a high prevalence of unhealthy food consumption among Cambodian women. Younger age, higher education, wealthier households, and residing in the capital city were associated with consuming unhealthy food. Public health interventions should prioritize mitigating the risk of NCDs among Cambodian women by promoting healthier lifestyles.