The fruit and vegetable intake of young Australian adults: a population perspective

Nour, Monica; Sui, Zhixian; Grech, Amanda; Rangan, Anna; McGeechan, Kevin; Allman‐Farinelli, Margaret

doi:10.1017/s1368980017001124

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“…While females and domestic students consumed fruit and vegetables more frequently than males, and international students consumed breads and cereals more frequently than domestic students. In terms of age, the poorer eating behaviours among younger students is supported by national and international study findings where 18 to 24 year olds have been found to consume lower fruit and vegetables and have worse dietary pattern scores compared with adults 25 years and above . This demonstrates the importance of targeting eating behaviours in emerging adults .…”

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Determinants of eating behaviours in Australian university students: A cross‐sectional analysis

Whatnall

Patterson

Chiu

et al. 2019

Nutrition & Dietetics

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Aim: This study aimed to explore clustering among individual eating behaviours in a sample of Australian university students, and explore associations between clustered eating behaviours and demographic characteristics. Methods: A cross-sectional analysis of data from the University of Newcastle (UON) Student Healthy Lifestyle Survey 2017 was conducted. Measures included eating behaviours (eg, vegetables, energy-dense nutrient poor [EDNP] food intakes) assessed using short diet questions, and demographic characteristics (eg, age, undergraduate/postgraduate student). Factor analysis was used to explore clustering of individual eating behaviours (ie, identify factors). Linear regression models were used to explore associations between eating behaviour factors identified and demographic characteristics. Results: A total of 3062 students (70% female; 56% aged 17-24 years) were included in the analysis. The six eating behaviour factors identified (characterised by higher consumption of the named foods/drinks) were; EDNP snack foods, meat and takeaway foods, fruit and vegetables, sugary drinks, breakfast, and breads and cereals. A higher fruit and vegetable factor score was associated with being female (P < .001), and a higher meat and takeaway foods factor score was associated with being male (P < .001) and of younger age (P < .001). Conclusions: Nutrient-rich foods clustered together and EDNP foods clustered together, that is, the identified factors represent either nutrient-rich or EDNP foods. Interventions in the university setting should target students with the poorest eating behaviours, including males and younger students. K E Y W O R D Scollege students, cross-sectional study, determinants, eating behaviours, university students

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confidence: 88%

Determinants of eating behaviours in Australian university students: A cross‐sectional analysis

Whatnall

Patterson

Chiu

et al. 2019

Nutrition & Dietetics

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“…Age and sex were the biggest predictors of whether Australian children meet the recommended daily number of serves of fruit and vegetables, with children from 4 to 18 and boys, in particular, at greatest risk of not meeting the recommendations for both fruit and vegetables. These sex‐specific differences have been found in young adults in Australia suggesting that interventions that start early in childhood are needed. We found little evidence that SES is a significant factor predicting the difference in meeting vegetable recommendations, and this suggests that health promotion interventions may be useful across demographic strata with a national approach and a refocus on vegetables instead of “fruit and vegetables” may be needed.…”

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Sustained low consumption of fruit and vegetables in Australian children: Findings from the Australian National Health Surveys

Mihrshahi

Myton

Partridge

et al. 2018

Health Prom J of Aust

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“…In all age groups, the intakes of wholegrain were the lowest for adolescents [ 37 ]. Among adults, the intakes of fruit and vegetables were lower in males [ 38 ], the intakes of discretionary foods and beverages were higher in young adults and males [ 39 ], and the diet quality score based on the 2013 Australian Dietary Guidelines was lower for young adults and males [ 40 ]. A lower food literacy may contribute to the poorer diets observed for males.…”

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Dietary Fibre Intake in Australia. Paper I: Associations with Demographic, Socio-Economic, and Anthropometric Factors

Fayet‐Moore¹,

Cassettari²,

Tuck³

et al. 2018

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Dietary fibre is important for regular laxation and reduces chronic disease risk. The National Health and Medical Research Council outlines daily fibre intake targets, yet the proportion of the population that meets these targets is unknown. Using the 2011–2012 National Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey, we profiled fibre intake among Australian children and adults. Data from one-day dietary recalls were analysed (n = 12,153, ≥2 years) as well as demographic and anthropometric factors. The median fibre intake was 18.2 g (interquartile range [IQR] 13.2–25.0) in children and 20.7 g (IQR 14.3–28.7) in adults. We found that 42.3% (95% CI 40.5–44.1%) of children and 28.2% (95% CI 27.3–29.1%) of adults met the Adequate Intake (AI), and less than 20% of adults met the Suggested Dietary Target (SDT) to reduce the risk of chronic disease. Older children (aged 14–18 years), girls, young adults (19–30 years), males, and those of lower socio-economic status were less likely to meet the AI (p < 0.001). Those with a higher energy intake were more likely to meet the AI. Anthropometric measures were not associated with fibre intake or the likelihood of meeting the AI. Fibre is a nutrient of concern in Australian diets, with most children and adults falling short of recommendations. Adolescents, girls, young adults, men, and those of lower socio-economic status were less likely to meet the recommendations and may benefit most from public health interventions.

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The fruit and vegetable intake of young Australian adults: a population perspective

Abstract: Fruit and vegetable intake is suboptimal among Australian young adults. An age-appropriate campaign is recommended to target increased consumption, particularly for those aged 18-24 years, with opportunity to promote increased variety and consumption across the day.

Cited by 54 publications

References 55 publications

Determinants of eating behaviours in Australian university students: A cross‐sectional analysis

Determinants of eating behaviours in Australian university students: A cross‐sectional analysis

Sustained low consumption of fruit and vegetables in Australian children: Findings from the Australian National Health Surveys

Dietary Fibre Intake in Australia. Paper I: Associations with Demographic, Socio-Economic, and Anthropometric Factors

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