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Fruit and vegetable intake by Brazilian adults, 2003
Patrícia Constante Jaime1, Carlos Augusto Monteiro
1Núcleo de Pesquisas Epidemiológicas em Nutrição e Saúde, Universidade de São Paulo, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.
Cadernos De Saude Publica
|February 8, 2006
Summary
Fruit and vegetable consumption is low among Brazilian adults, with only 41% eating fruit daily. Targeted public health initiatives are needed, especially for young males in rural areas with lower income and education.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Low fruit and vegetable intake is a global health concern.
- Understanding consumption patterns and determinants is crucial for public health interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To estimate fruit and vegetable intake indicators among Brazilian adults.
- To examine the influence of demographic and socioeconomic factors on consumption.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study design.
- Utilized indicators for daily fruit intake, daily vegetable intake, and daily consumption of five or more servings of fruits and vegetables.
- Analyzed data based on demographic and socioeconomic variables.
Main Results:
- Only 41.0% of adults reported daily fruit intake; 30.0% reported daily vegetable intake.
- Higher intake was observed in urban compared to rural areas.
- Consumption increased with age, schooling, and household goods in both genders.
Conclusions:
- Fruit and vegetable consumption requires nationwide promotion in Brazil.
- Interventions should prioritize younger individuals, males, rural populations, and those with lower socioeconomic status.
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