Score of food diversity, a method for overall assessment of diet in adolescents

Karoune, R.; Dahel-Mekhancha, C.C.

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“…Disordered eating in adolescents has also been reported in previous studies from different parts of the world and from Arab countries [6]. In Algeria, studies have shown that adolescents, as their peers in developed and developing countries, accumulate dietary behaviors that are considered as risks to their health [7][8][9][10][11][12].…”

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Association Between Dietary Quality, Socioeconomic Level, Body Mass Index, and Age in Adolescents (Eastern Algeria): A Cross-sectional Study

Karoune¹,

Dahel-Mekhancha²

2023

AJNE

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Aim: This article aims to evaluate the quality of adolescents’ diet in Constantine (Eastern Algeria) and investigate factors associated with this quality: Socio-economic Level (SEL), nutritional status (BMI), and age. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in Constantine (Eastern Algeria) in 2019 with 1126 adolescents (aged 11–19 years). The dietary data were collected by a 24-hr recall. The diet quality was assessed by a diet diversity score (DDS) calculated for 9 food groups (DDS above the mean reflects a diversified diet) and a mean adequacy ratio (MAR) calculated for 12 nutrients. MAR’s cut-off value was "one." Weight and height were measured, and BMI was interpreted according to the World Health Organization reference values. The SEL was assessed using a socioeconomic classification score (SECS) according to parents' education level, profession, and other household information. Results: The mean DDS was 3.97 ± 1.25. It was shifted to the lowest values compared to the theoretical mean value (4.5). Insufficient scores (DDS ≤4.5) were found in 65.0% of subjects. The mean MAR was 0.59 ± 0.20 and values <1 represented 79.1%. A significant negative correlation was recorded between age and MAR (r = −15%; P < 0.0001), and a positive correlation was found between it and SECS (r = 18%; p < 0.0001). BMI is inversely and significantly associated with MAR (r = −9.9%; P = 0.0009). Conclusion: In addition to highlighting a low diversity and a poor adequacy with nutritional recommendations among adolescents in Algeria, this study underlines the significant effect of age, BMI, and socioeconomic level on the quality of diet. Keywords: dietary diversity score (DDS), mean adequacy ratio (MAR), BMI, socioeconomic level, adolescents

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Association Between Dietary Quality, Socioeconomic Level, Body Mass Index, and Age in Adolescents (Eastern Algeria): A Cross-sectional Study

Karoune¹,

Dahel-Mekhancha²

2023

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“…Hallazgo similar fue revelado por Castillo Ruiz y cols., (2020) quienes reportaron una correlación positiva entre calidad de la dieta con las condiciones socioeconómicas. Del mismo modo, el estudio multinacional Latinoamericano de Salud y Nutrición (ELANS) que incorporó 9218 participantes de Argentina, Brasil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Perú y Venezuela concluyó que los adolescentes del nivel socioeconómico bajo consumían menos frutas, verduras, granos integrales, fibra, pescados y mariscos que los del nivel socioeconómico alto, antecedente no menor considerando que estos productos son ampliamente recomendados dentro de las guías de alimentación saludable (Gómez et al, 2021;Karoune & Dahel-Mekhancha, 2023). En el caso de Chile, un estudio reveló que una menor oferta de alimentos saludables en las escuelas y, por lo tanto, una peor calidad de alimentación estaba relacionada con determinantes socioeconómicos, siendo particularmente importante la pobreza multidimensional (Pinheiro et al, 2022).…”

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“…Se ha observado que el ingreso económico que recibe cada hogar puede considerarse como un factor condicionante del consumo y calidad de los alimentos, y también al acceso para desarrollar AF de manera regular (Amigo Cartagena et al, 2018). Investigaciones previas han demostrado que los adolescentes de bajos niveles socioeconómicos tienden a exhibir menor nivel de actividad AF (Iguacel et al, 2018), mientras que aquellos pertenecientes a niveles socioeconómicos medio y alto suelen reportar una mejor calidad de alimentación (Gómez et al, 2021;Karoune & Dahel-Mekhancha, 2023).…”

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Asociación entre nivel socioeconómico con calidad de alimentación y nivel de actividad física en adolescentes (Association between socioeconomic status with quality of food and level of physical activity in adolescents)

Concha-Cisternas,

González Mondaca,

Oyarzún Rodríguez

et al. 2024

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Introducción: Durante la adolescencia disminuye la práctica de actividad física (AF), así como también el consumo de alimentos saludables, lo cual podría atribuirse al nivel socioeconómico. Objetivo: Asociar el nivel socioeconómico con la calidad de alimentación y nivel de AF en adolescentes. Metodología: Estudio descriptivo – correlacional, que evaluó a 158 estudiantes entre 14 y 15 años pertenecientes a establecimientos de Talca, Chile obtenidos a través de un muestreo no probabilístico por conveniencia. Se aplicó el cuestionario de AF Physical Activity Questionnaire for Adolescents (PAQ-A), la calidad de alimentación se valoró con el índice de calidad global de la alimentación y la encuesta Adimark para evaluar el nivel socioeconómico. Resultados: 41,2% de los participantes reportaron una alimentación ¨poco saludable¨, el 51,2% tenía un nivel de AF bajo la media y un 44,1% se categorizó con un nivel socioeconómico ¨medio¨. Por otro lado, se observó una asociación estadísticamente significativa entre nivel socioeconómico y la calidad de alimentación (p=0,01), pero no se evidenció asociación entre nivel socioeconómico con el nivel de AF (p=0,89). Conclusiones: Existe asociación entre la calidad de alimentación de los adolescentes con el nivel socioeconómico del hogar donde residen, sin embargo, este no se asoció con el nivel de AF. Considerando la alta prevalencia de sobrepeso y obesidad en adolescentes es necesario el fomento de la práctica de AF y una buena calidad de alimentación en todos los niveles socioeconómicos, pero particularmente en los niveles de mayor vulnerabilidad. Palabras clave: actividad física, nivel socioeconómico, adolescentes, alimentación. Abstract. Introduction: During adolescence, the practice of physical activity (PA) decreases, as well as the consumption of healthy foods, which could be attributed to the socioeconomic status. Objective: Associating socioeconomic status with quality of food and level of PA in adolescents. Methods: Descriptive - correlational study, which evaluated 158 students between 14-15 years old belonging to municipal and private establishments in Talca, Chile through a non-probabilistic sampling for convenience. The PA Physical Activity Questionnaire for Adolescents (PAQ-A) questionnaire was applied, the quality of food was assessed with the global food quality index and the Adimark survey to assess the socioeconomic status. Results: 41.2% of the participants reported an "unhealthy" diet, 51.2% had a PA level below average and 44.1% categorized themselves with a "medium" socioeconomic status. On the other hand, a statistically significant association was observed between socioeconomic status and food quality (p=0.01), but no significant association was found between socioeconomic status and PA level (p=0.89). Conclusions: There is an association between the quality of diet of adolescents with the socioeconomic status of the home where they reside, however this was not associated with the level of PA. Considering the high prevalence of overweight and obesity in adolescents, it is necessary to promote the practice of PA and a good quality diet in all socioeconomic status, but particularly in the most vulnerable levels. Keywords: physical activity, socioeconomic status, adolescents, diet.

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Assessment of the frequency of fruit and vegetable consumption and adolescents’ knowledge of their benefits in Ain Temouchent (Western Algeria)

Khalfa,

Bensalah,

Bouazza

et al. 2023

MNM

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BACKGROUND: Adolescence is a critical and sensitive period of life, a fundamental stage of development, and special attention must be paid to the quality of food. Healthy eating habits at adolescence can be an important factor for healthy eating habits later in life. OBJECTIVE: To assess the frequency and knowledge of fruit and vegetable consumption among adolescents in Ain Temouchent (Western Algeria). METHODS: A study was conducted from February 1 to April 30, 2022. 103 adolescents responded to the questionnaire. The participants were boys (n = 48) and girls (n = 55) aged 12 to 18 years from two educational levels (middle school and high school). RESULTS: Adolescents surveyed had a mean BMI equal to 23.2 (kg/m2), considered overweight. The frequency of fruit and vegetable consumption it does not differ between girls and boys (p > 0.05). The consumption of fruits and vegetables was below recommended levels. The evaluation showed that most adolescents do not have a good knowledge of food composition and are not interested in fruits and vegetables in their daily diet (p > 0.05). CONCLUSION: This study showed that adolescents consume few fruits and vegetables, and they have little knowledge of the value of fruits and vegetables in their daily diet.

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Score of food diversity, a method for overall assessment of diet in adolescents

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Association Between Dietary Quality, Socioeconomic Level, Body Mass Index, and Age in Adolescents (Eastern Algeria): A Cross-sectional Study

Association Between Dietary Quality, Socioeconomic Level, Body Mass Index, and Age in Adolescents (Eastern Algeria): A Cross-sectional Study

Asociación entre nivel socioeconómico con calidad de alimentación y nivel de actividad física en adolescentes (Association between socioeconomic status with quality of food and level of physical activity in adolescents)

Assessment of the frequency of fruit and vegetable consumption and adolescents’ knowledge of their benefits in Ain Temouchent (Western Algeria)

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