Enhance Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet in an Italian Academic Setting: A Workplace Health Promotion Programme
Despite potential health benefits, workplace health promotion programmes still remain limited and varied. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a Mediterranean Diet (MD)-based intervention in improving the eating habits and the effects on anthropometric characteristics in a sample of University of Torino employees.
Development and Validation of a New Tool for Assessing the Intake of Ultra-Processed Foods in Adult Population: GR-UPFAST
One of the most widely used classification systems for ultra-processed foods is NOVA. However, it lacks adaptability to the Greek dietary context and market. Thus, the aim was to develop a valid and easy-to-use tool, friendly to health professionals, which, in combination with the existing nutritional assessment tools, will be able to determine the level of UPF consumption and dietary habits of young Greek adults.
Turkish Psychometric Properties of the Gluten-Free Diet Adherence Survey for Children With Coeliac Disease
Coeliac disease is a chronic autoimmune condition that significantly impairs health and quality of life if not managed through strict dietary adherence. Given that existing adherence assessment tools are primarily designed for adults, a child-focused, noninvasive scale is needed to accurately evaluate gluten-free diet compliance in the paediatric population. This study aimed to evaluate the Turkish psychometric properties of an adapted Gluten-Free Diet Adherence Survey originally designed for adults but modified for children aged 9-18 years with coeliac disease.
Do Peer Support Groups Facilitate Nutrition Information Practice and Nutritional Self-Management in People Living With Type 2 Diabetes?
Nutrition information practice is fundamental to the process of nutritional self-management for people living with Type 2 diabetes (PLWT2DM). Lay-led, peer support groups have been proposed as a mechanism offering a source of nutrition information. However, there is limited research exploring how support groups facilitate nutrition information practices in PLWT2DM. The aim of this study was to explore the accessibility, acceptability and effectiveness of lay-led peer support groups in the nutrition information practice of PLWT2DM.
The Nutrition Care Process-Quality Audit Standardization Tool (NCP-QUEST) Is Valid and Reliable in a Diabetes-Specific Sample of Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Care
Uncovering the impact of medical nutrition therapy (MNT) on resulting outcomes depends on high quality standardized documentation that can be analyzed. A valid, reliable tool is necessary to evaluate documentation for quality. The Nutrition Care Process-Quality Evaluation and Standardization Tool (NCP-QUEST) was developed to evaluate nutrition care documentation quality including NCP chains, component linkages, and reassessment.
Associations Between Plate Waste, Food Experience and Meal Quality in a Hospital Inpatient Setting: An Exploratory Study
Given the limited literature internationally, this cross-sectional study explored associations between inpatient plate waste, food experience and meal quality.
Dietary n-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids From Fish Are Associated With Better Healthy Aging Indicators: Results of the DIAPELH Study
Promoting healthy aging is a public health goal, especially in regions with a high proportion of older adults, such as Greece. This cross-sectional study investigated the association of fish n-3 PUFA intake with indicators of healthy aging among older Greek Peloponnesian adults.
Does The Australian Eating Survey FFQ Estimate Nutrient Intake Accurately in South Asians Living in Australia? A Comparative Validity Study
Accurate dietary assessment is essential for understanding nutrition-related health risks in migrant populations. The Australian Eating Survey Food Frequency Questionnaire (AES) is widely used but has not yet been validated among South Asian (SA) migrants, the second-largest migrant group in Australia. This study aimed to evaluate the comparative validity of the AES for estimating nutrient intake within this culturally diverse group.
Understanding How Patient Experiences of Support While Attending a Weight Management Service Impacts Engagement, Dropout and Retention: A Semi-Structured Interview Study
Patient retention underpins the success of weight management services, but they often face high dropout rates. This study aimed to explore patients' experiences of support during their attendance at a weight management service, and how it impacted on engagement, dropout and retention.
The Role of Public Health Nutritionists in Reducing Food Waste for Sustainable Diets: A Narrative Review Using a Systems Thinking Approach
This review examines the role of public health nutritionists (PHNs) in reducing food waste at individual, community and policy levels. It highlights their potential to influence food choices, develop interventions and advocate for systemic changes that contribute to sustainable diets.
"I Had to Change the Way I Ate": Food Insecurity and Chronic Illness
Food insecurity is a major public health concern for residents of the South Bronx. Currently, one-third of Bronxites receive federal food assistance in the form of the public benefit, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps. The objective of the present study was to explore the lived experiences of food pantry recipients in the South Bronx, who were experiencing both food insecurity and chronic illness.
Food Insecurity Is Highly Prevalent Amongst Patients With Chronic Liver Disease in Northern England: A Cross-Sectional Analysis
Liver disease disproportionately affects the most economically disadvantaged. Since 2019, Food insecurity (FI) prevalence has increased by 26% in Europe and 214% in the UK. FI compromises nutritional status and may also hamper the adoption of recommended dietary lifestyle advice. We aimed to assess the extent of FI and its associated factors among patients with liver disease.
Nutrition Support Interventions for Children and Young People Treated for Osteosarcoma: A Scoping Review
To map evidence for nutrition interventions during osteosarcoma (OS) treatment for children and young people (CYP), identifying gaps to inform research for this predominantly adolescent group.
Validity of Weighed and Digital Photography Diet Estimation Study in a Childcare Setting
Estimating food intake in children is a critical part of obesity prevention and nutrition intervention studies. Accurate and convenient methods to measure food intake among preschool children attending early childcare centers (ECCs) are lacking and digital photography may be a convenient option but needs to be validated in the childcare setting. This pilot study assessed the validity of weighed and digital photography plate waste methods.
An Investigation of the Employment Outcomes and Perceived Preparedness for Employment of Irish Dietetics Graduates
Dietetic education should reflect evidence on current practice and demands of the profession yet information regarding the employment profile of dietitians in Ireland is limited. The study aimed to establish the employment profile of graduate dietitians in Ireland and assess their perceived preparedness for employment.
Evaluation of Evidence Based Enteral Nutrition Training for Palliative Care Unit Nurses: Quasi-Experimental Study
This study aimed to evaluate the effect of evidence-based training on enteral nutrition practices provided to palliative care nurses on their knowledge levels.
The Impact of Early Nutritional Intervention on Nutritional Status, Neurological Deficit, and Complications in Stroke Patients With Dysphagia: A Meta-Analysis
To systematically evaluate and conduct a meta-analysis on the effects of early nutritional intervention on serum albumin (ALB), hemoglobin (HB), NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) scores, and complication rates in stroke patients with dysphagia, providing evidence-based support for clinical rehabilitation management.
Trust Predicts Actual Use of AI Chatbot as a Virtual Nutrition Assistant Among Dietetic Students in Taiwan: A Path Analysis
Although studies have demonstrated ChatGPT's potential as an AI nutritionist, no research has yet investigated the factors influencing its adoption and actual use of ChatGPT as a virtual nutrition assistant among dietetic students.
Large Language Models for Dietary Advice to Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome: ChatGPT vs. Google Gemini
Large Language Models (LLM) like ChatGPT and Gemini have potential in nutrition applications, but recent studies suggest they provide inaccurate dietary advice. The aim of this study was to evaluate the most commonly used LLMs, ChatGPT and Gemini, for dietary recommendations for patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Understanding Preferences for Weight Loss Diets Amongst Patients With a Diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes
Weight control is a cornerstone of Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) management. The low-calorie diet program continuous low energy diets (CLED) is currently offered to patients for remission in the United Kingdom, but this may not suit all patients. Intermittent Low Energy Diets (ILED) may be an alternative approach. This survey explored patient characteristics and dietary choice priorities to predict preference for CLED, ILED, and other diets to inform future patient-centered advice.
Clinical Dietitians' Perspectives on Nutritional Management in Children's Palliative Care: A Qualitative Study
Feeding disorders and gastrointestinal problems are among the most prevalent concerns in children who are eligible for palliative care. Many of these children require medical nutrition therapy and benefit from the involvement of healthcare professionals with expertise in nutrition, such as dietitians. Dietitians may help alleviate the practical and emotional burden parents experience when caring for their sick child at home. However, research is limited regarding dietitians' roles and contributions in children's palliative care.
