Energy and nutrient intakes among Sri Lankan adults

Jayawardena, Ranil; Thennakoon, Shalika; Byrne, Nuala M.; Soares, Mario J.; Katulanda, Prasad; Hills, Andrew P.

doi:10.1186/1755-7682-7-34

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“…However, different methods have been used to measure dietary intake at a population level, and there is no agreement on which tool best reflects the habitual dietary intake pattern [1]. Single or multiple 24-hour dietary recalls (24DR) are widely used for national level nutritional surveys [2,3]. However, the 24 DR method has its' own limitations, such as misreporting, recall bias and poor representation of the usual intake [4].…”

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Comparison dietary assessment methods in Sri Lankan adults: use of 24-hour dietary recall and 7-day weighed intake

Jayawardena

2016

BMC Nutr

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AbstractsBackground: Misreporting, recalling and overestimation are common problems with dietary assessment methods currently available. The 7-day weighed food record (7DWR) method involves an individual weighing of each and every food item prior to consumption, and is considered as a reference method in many situations. The present study aims to compare the energy and nutrient intakes, estimated from 7DWR and 24-hour dietary recall (24DR), among a group of adults. Methods: One hundred adults were randomly selected from a representative sample from Sri Lanka. The 24DRs were performed on a random day and the subjects were instructed to complete 7DWR from the next day onwards. The nutrients were analyzed using Nutrisurvey Software. In addition, qualitative data were collected from 30 participants, chosen randomly, on the feasibility of the 7DWR as a dietary assessment method. Results: A total of 76 participants completed both 24DR and 7DWR. Mean (SD) values for energy and major macronutrients were significantly lower for 24DR as compared to 7DWR. However, there was no statistically significant difference in energy percentages for macronutrients, between the two methods. Several participants reported difficulties in using the 7DWR method and some reported an alteration in their diet pattern when this method was used. Conclusion: Results obtained from 24DR method under-estimated the nutrient intakes as compared to the 7DWFR method.

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Comparison dietary assessment methods in Sri Lankan adults: use of 24-hour dietary recall and 7-day weighed intake

Jayawardena

2016

BMC Nutr

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“…In developed countries energy intake is inversely associated with education levels [25]. In Sri Lanka too, Jayawardena et al demonstrated that energy intake is less in those with university education [24]. Although a non-significant tendency towards larger portion sizes was seen with rising BMI, there are other studies that demonstrated portion size is not associated with BMI [26].…”

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“…The portion sizes of carbohydrates were smaller in those with secondary and tertiary education. Generally the energy intakes and portions sizes of males are higher compared to females [23,24]. In developed countries energy intake is inversely associated with education levels [25].…”

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An appraisal of food serving characteristics among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus attending a tertiary care diabetes facility in Sri Lanka

Medagama

Widanapathirana²

2015

Int Arch Med

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Introduction: The primary objective of the present study was to identify the portion sizes of food consumed by adult type 2 diabetic patients in Sri Lanka and to evaluate if these were within the current recommendations. Materials and Methods:A cross sectional survey was performed at a tertiary care diabetes facility in Sri Lanka.Starch, fruits, vegetables, meat or alternative, pulses, dairy and added sugar consumption was assessed according to standard methods using a 24-hour dietary recall. Results:One hundred and twenty three randomly selected adult type 2 diabetic patients were studied. Forty six percent of participants exceeded the national recommendation of 4.5 to 9 servings of starch per day for patients with diabetes. Mean daily consumption of starch was 10.5 (median 10.2 IQR 4.7) servings. Only 26% and 45% of participants consumed the recommended 2 servings of fruits and 3 servings of vegetables per day. Thirty three percent and 8% did not consume any fruits or vegetables respectively. Dairy products were consumed by 25% only. Added sugar was not used by 99% of participants. Portion size was smaller in females and with advancing age. The mean proportions of total Carbohydrates, proteins and fats comprising total energy intake were 68.1%, 11.5% and 20.2% respectively.Discussion: Medical nutrition therapy in diabetes recommends a mixed diet with carbohydrates from a variety of sources such as cereals, fruits and vegetables. Although Sri Lankan patients with diabetes consume less starch and more fruits and vegetables compared to non-diabetic counterparts, a substantial proportion still fail to meet the recommendations.

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“…According to Jayawardena et al (2014), Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) have turned out to be a severe burden during last two decades, while recording significant proportions for hypertension, obesity, dyslipidaemia, metabolic syndrome, diabetes and prediabetes. Furthermore, diet-related chronic diseases had been responsible for 18.3 percent of total mortality and 16.7 percent of hospital expenditure in Sri Lanka, while lack of dietary diversity is becoming the major cause.…”

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Linking Plant Diversity and Dietary Diversity of Home Gardens: Examining the Nexus Through Structural Equation Modelling

Marasinghe¹,

Edirisinghe²,

Lokuge

2015

J Environ Prof Sri Lanka

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Energy and nutrient intakes among Sri Lankan adults

Cited by 60 publications

References 24 publications

Comparison dietary assessment methods in Sri Lankan adults: use of 24-hour dietary recall and 7-day weighed intake

Comparison dietary assessment methods in Sri Lankan adults: use of 24-hour dietary recall and 7-day weighed intake

An appraisal of food serving characteristics among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus attending a tertiary care diabetes facility in Sri Lanka

Linking Plant Diversity and Dietary Diversity of Home Gardens: Examining the Nexus Through Structural Equation Modelling

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