Saturated fat intake of elderly women reflects perceived changes in their intake of foods high in saturated fat and complex carbohydrate

Georgiou, Constance

doi:10.1016/0002-8223(93)92251-r

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“…Perceived change in fat intake was measured by asking subjects to rate their intake of a variety of high-fat foods over the past few years: Subjects could choose increased, decreased, remained the same, or do not eat. Perceived dietary change, measured by this method, was found to be related to saturated fat intake in a study of elderly women (9).…”

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Young Adult Exercisers and Nonexercisers Differ in Food Attitudes, Perceived Dietary Changes, and Food Choices

Georgiou¹,

Betts²,

Hoos³

et al. 1996

International Journal of Sport Nutrition

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Health experts recommend merging a healthy diet and adequate physical activity into one behavior. This study compared attitudes about foods, recent dietary changes, and food choices of 319 18-to 24-year-olds, who defined themselves as exercisers or nonexercisers. Subjects were recruited by telephone and were mailed questionnaires that asked about factors influencing food selection and changes in intake of high-fat foods. Exercisers considered it more important to eat nutritious foods; ate more nutrient-dense, low-fat foods; and more frequently met the Food Guide Pyramid recommended grain and fruit intakes than nonexercisers. Female exercisers more often perceived foods high in calcium to be fattening and not healthful, and they reported decreasing their intake of high-fat foods more than did female nonexercisers. Some merging of healthy diet andexercise behavior is evident among the young adult exercisers in this study. Nutrition and exercise messages targeted to young women should emphasize low-calorie calcium sources.

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Young Adult Exercisers and Nonexercisers Differ in Food Attitudes, Perceived Dietary Changes, and Food Choices

Georgiou¹,

Betts²,

Hoos³

et al. 1996

International Journal of Sport Nutrition

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“…Determining both the amounts of fat and saturated fat he or she has consumed, the student may be encouraged to consider ways of lessening total intake of saturated fat in the diet. Recommendations for decreasing fat intake include restricting amounts of high-fat foods and augmenting intake of foods high in complex carbohydrate and low in fat (Georgiou, 1993). In addition, he or she can investigate how calculated levels of cholesterol intake compare with recommended daily allowances.…”

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Kerrigan

2003

CALIF J HEALTH PROMOT

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Nutrient Intakes of Senior Women: Balancing the Low-Fat Message

Bogan

1997

Can J Public Health

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Older people may be at increased risk nutritionally because of chronic medical conditions, disability and/or physiological changes that interfere with consumption, absorption or metabolism of nutrients. 1 A number of Canadian dietary studies have identified low intakes of energy, zinc, calcium, Vitamin D and folate as potential problems in elderly women living independently. 2-9 Reduced consumption of red meat and dairy products-excellent sources of protein, zinc, calcium, and Vitamin Din response to nutrition messages directed at reducing total and saturated fat may exacerbate the problem. 10-13 This study examines the nutrient intakes of 52 senior Nova Scotian women based on six days of food intake data collected during summer and winter. METHODS Subjects The subjects were a convenience sample recruited by word of mouth referral. Signed informed consent forms were obtained from all subjects. The study protocol was approved by the Ethics Committee of Acadia University. Seven subjects failed to complete the study because of death (1), serious illness (2), extended vacation (2), and unwillingness to continue (2). Data collection During an initial home visit, the women provided background information, self-reported height and weight, and a 24-hour dietary recall. Food models, and graduated bowls and cups aided estimation of portion size. The women were asked to record their dietary intake for the next two consecutive days. The two-day records were picked up by the interviewer and checked for clarity. Another 24-hour recall and two-day record was obtained six months later. One or two weekend days were included. The food intakes were coded by the interviewers, checked by the author, and analyzed by a program that used the 1988 Canadian Nutrient File. Data were statistically analyzed using SPSS/PC+. 14

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Saturated fat intake of elderly women reflects perceived changes in their intake of foods high in saturated fat and complex carbohydrate

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Young Adult Exercisers and Nonexercisers Differ in Food Attitudes, Perceived Dietary Changes, and Food Choices

Young Adult Exercisers and Nonexercisers Differ in Food Attitudes, Perceived Dietary Changes, and Food Choices

Lipid Review and Teaching Tips in Nutrition

Nutrient Intakes of Senior Women: Balancing the Low-Fat Message

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