Food Consumption Behavior among Elementary Students of Gonabad

Mahdi Moshki; Mahnaz Bahrami

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Food Consumption Behavior among Elementary Students of Gonabad

Author(s):

Mahdi Moshki¹,

Mahnaz Bahrami^2,*

1Department of Public Health, School of Health, Social Development & Health Promotion Research Center, Gonabad University of Medical Sciences, Gonabad, Iran

2MSN Student, Student Research Committee, Gonabad Univercity of Medical Sciences, Gonabad, Iran

Zahedan Journal of Research in Medical Sciences:Vol. 15, issue 3; e93080

Published online:Oct 30, 2012

Article type:Brief Report

Received:May 15, 2011

Accepted:Jun 08, 2011

How to Cite:Mahdi MoshkiMahnaz BahramiFood Consumption Behavior among Elementary Students of Gonabad.Zahedan J Res Med Sci.15(3):e93080.

Abstract

Background : Most of the dietary habits are formed during childhood and pursuing a correct and balanced dietary pattern is one of the most important factors in preventing degenerative diseases in adulthood.
Materials and Methods : In this cross-sectional study, 375 boy and girl students, ranging from grade one to grade five of primary school, participated through the stratified random sampling. The dietary information was collected through filling out Food Frequency Questionnaires (FFQ). Finally, the data were analyzed by using SPSS-16 software.
Results : 88.3 percent of the children ate breakfast. The obtained dietary pattern indicated that consumption of food groups, including proteins, milk and dairy, fruit, and vegetables was lower than the recommended allowances.
Conclusion : Considering the achieved dietary consumption pattern, compiled and extensive training programs should be designed to promote the knowledge level, insight and behaviors of parents and trainers.

Keywords

Consumption

Food

Student

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