Evaluation of the Nutritional Quality of Commissary Foods Offered in American Women’s Prisons

Rosenboom, Laura M.; Shlafer, Rebecca J.; Stang, Jamie; Harnack, Lisa

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“…Other research utilized “percent daily value”, which equates to the DRI, as their comparative value for sodium. If compared to the DASH recommendations, recipes prepared from commissary foods would equate to 134% of DASH recommendations (Rosenboom et al , 2018).…”

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“…An additional study by Firth et al in 2015 evaluated commissary provisions independently from the menu and found the provisions were in excess of recommended daily calories (≥50%) and did not meet United States Department of Agricultural (USDA) Smart Snack Guidelines (Firth et al , 2015). Finally, a study by Rosenboom et al (2018) concluded that commissary items provided excess calories, sodium and fat. However, their analysis was based on a recipe book of typical meals prepared using commissary items rather than evaluating the individual items themselves (Rosenboom et al , 2018).…”

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Sodium content of menu and commissary provisions in rural jail exceeds heart-healthy dietary recommendations

Kuss

Lopez

Hardy

et al. 2021

IJPH

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Purpose This paper determined sodium provisions from a seven-day cycle menu and commissary at a rural Southwest County jail and compared it to Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) and Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) recommendations for sodium. Design/methodology/approach A seven-day cycle menu and commissary items were used to determine sodium content for each meal and commissary pack. Estimates for the menu and commissary packs paired with the menu (commissary scenarios) were converted to a daily average of sodium and compared to DRI and DASH recommendations. Findings Menu provisions provided 167% of daily DRI sodium recommendations and 256% of daily DASH sodium recommendations. The sodium content for individual commissary scenarios averaged 218% of DRI and 334% of DASH recommendations. Commissary items are notably high in sodium and if eaten can significantly exceed dietary recommendations. Originality/value Small changes to one meal within the cycle menu and the inclusion of fresh or frozen produce could reduce sodium content to align with DRI and DASH recommendations.

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Sodium content of menu and commissary provisions in rural jail exceeds heart-healthy dietary recommendations

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Lopez

Hardy

et al. 2021

IJPH

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“…While commissary foods can contribute to calorie and macronutrient intake, limited research has explored the relationship between commissary foods and dietary impact. Researchers previously determined an average of 1,000 kcal per day was purchased daily at a commissary in a women’s jail in Oregon [ 16 ] and another group found that commissary meals provided excess calories, sodium, and fat [ 17 ]. However, a recipe book was used to analyze meals commonly prepared using commissary items rather than evaluate the individual items [ 17 ].…”

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“…Researchers previously determined an average of 1,000 kcal per day was purchased daily at a commissary in a women's jail in Oregon [16] and another group found that commissary meals provided excess calories, sodium, and fat [17]. However, a recipe book was used to analyze meals commonly prepared using commissary items rather than evaluate the individual items [17]. No known study has assessed the Conclusions: Exceeding caloric and saturated fat recommendations may contribute to weight gain, regardless of high diet quality.…”

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Nutritional adequacy of meals and commissary items provided to individuals incarcerated in a southwest, rural county jail in the United States

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Background Poor diet may contribute to deleterious chronic health among individuals incarcerated. Yet, limited research has evaluated the nutritional content of menus and commissary items provided in jails. Thus, this study assessed the macronutrient distribution, caloric composition, and diet quality of the seven-day cycle menu and commissary items provided in a southwest, rural county jail in the United States. Methods Daily and mean availability of calories and macronutrients for the seven-day cycle menu and commissary items were estimated using NutritionCalc Plus®. Diet quality (i.e., Healthy Eating Index-2015 [HEI-2015]) was assessed. Macronutrients and calories were compared to the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) and the 2020–2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA). Protein and carbohydrate were compared to the Dietary Reference Intake (DRI). HEI-2015 was compared to the average U.S. diet. Results Daily caloric provisions exceeded DGA recommendations. Daily available (16.2%-25.2% kcal/day) and mean protein met the AMDR recommendations, yet exceeded the DRI. Mean protein with commissary packs exceeded the AMDR recommendations and DRI. Daily available carbohydrate met AMDR recommendations for all but two days of the seven-day cycle menu, which exceeded recommendations (52.5%-66.4% kcal/day). Mean carbohydrate met the AMDR recommendations and exceeded the DRI, and with the commissary packs, exceeded the AMDR recommendations and DRI. Daily available total fat for the seven-day cycle menu (79.5–146.7 g), mean total fat alone and with the commissary packs exceeded AMDR recommendations. Daily available saturated fat for the seven-day cycle menu (16.7–47.7 g) exceeded AMDR recommendations for all but one day of the seven-day cycle menu, while mean saturated fat alone and with the commissary packs exceeded AMDR recommendations. Daily available added sugars for the seven-day cycle menu (8.4–14.2 g), mean added sugars alone and with the commissary packs all met AMDR recommendations. HEI-2015 scores for the seven-day cycle menu ranged from 49.3–74.5 (mean = 62.2, SD = 9.4), and increased with the commissary packs. Conclusions Exceeding caloric and saturated fat recommendations may contribute to weight gain, regardless of high diet quality. Increasing nutrient-dense foods available in jail may reduce chronic disease among incarcerated populations.

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“…Surprisingly, Wangmo et al (2018) mentioned that older prisoners reported the need to improve the food provided in prison due to it not being tailored to their needs and its poor quality. Similarly, in a study on the quality of commissary foods offered to women prisoners in the USA, Rosenboom et al (2018) found that recipes were generally high in sodium, saturated fat, added sugars and calories but low in vitamin D. Moloko et al (2018) observed that the food situation is much worse in Malawi's prisons because prisoners generally eat one meal per day. According to Gould et al (2013), prisoners incarcerated in developing countries have been shown to be vulnerable to dietary deficiencies.…”

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Examining the role of depression in the Filipino elderly’s food preferences in prison setting: data from conjoint analysis and SEM

Guzman

Barredo

Caillan

2020

IJPH

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Purpose Previous studies suggest that the care for elderly prisoners is a growing problem. The emerging phenomenon such as the correctional ageing crisis is an urgent concern that needs to be collectively and holistically addressed from a multi-sectoral perspective. In a developing country, like the Philippines, where prison congestion is alarming, the need for more empirical investigations that probe into the prison life and services is warranted to better inform penal policy and practice that would improve health outcomes among incarcerated individuals. The purpose of this study is to examine the extent to which depression among Filipino elderly prisoners shape their food choices. Design/methodology/approach A survey of 160 Filipino elderly prisoners of age 60 and above from October to November 2018 was conducted using a three-part research instrument, which consists of a personal and nutrition-related checklist, 15-point geriatric depression scale and a set of cards that were ranked and sorted through the balanced incomplete block design. Findings Results of the survey were subjected to conjoint analysis and structural equation modeling using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences 24. Interestingly, taste was the most considered attribute (30.765%) while portion size (9.759%) is the least considered by the Filipino elderly prisoners. Notably, depression has a significant positive effect on their food preferences in all attributes except portion size. Research limitations/implications This study was limited to two prison settings in the Philippines. Considering the results from the conjoint analysis, strategies can be developed in designing an individualized meal plan suitable for the needs of each elderly prisoner. Also, sizeable government appropriations should be in place to ensure the nutritional quality of food served to aging Filipino prisoners. Practical implications Provisions for a pool of nutritionists working hand in hand with other health members would guarantee a prison system that promotes the overall well-being of each prisoner. Further, this study can contribute valuable inputs in the menu cycle practice of prisons in the country. There may be a need to prioritize the nutritional aspect of these vulnerable and deprived groups so as to promote a better quality of life among elderly prisoners. Also, other forms of psychosocial, physical and spiritual health activities extended to elderly prisoners may prevent depressive symptoms. Originality/value Conjoint analysis is remarkably gaining prominence in not only the health-care setting (Phillips et al., 2002; Ryan and Farrar, 2000) but also the field of nutrition. It holds a number of unique and practical promises to prison settings.

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Evaluation of the Nutritional Quality of Commissary Foods Offered in American Women’s Prisons

Cited by 12 publications

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Sodium content of menu and commissary provisions in rural jail exceeds heart-healthy dietary recommendations

Sodium content of menu and commissary provisions in rural jail exceeds heart-healthy dietary recommendations

Nutritional adequacy of meals and commissary items provided to individuals incarcerated in a southwest, rural county jail in the United States

Examining the role of depression in the Filipino elderly’s food preferences in prison setting: data from conjoint analysis and SEM

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