Dietary Habits of Adolescents
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Nursing and health Science - Year 2018, Vol 7, Issue 2
Abstract
Adolescence Is A Second Period Of Rapid Growth Which Is Also Associated With Cognitive, Emotional And Hormonal Changes. The Dramatic Increase In Physical Growth And Development Puts Greater Pressure On The Need For Nutrients. This Study Aimed To Assess The Dietary Habits Of Adolescents Especially The Intake Of Fruits, Vegetables, Milk And Water Intake And Its Association With Socio Demographic Characteristics. A Total Of 300 Adolescents Aged 13 To 18 Years Residing In Chennai Were Selected As Samples. An Exploratory Survey Was Conducted And A Structured Questionnaire Was Used To Collect Data. Convenient Sampling Technique Was Used. The Study Results Revealed That Approximately 50% Of The Adolescents Consumed One Tumbler Milk And 1-2 Lts Of Water. Carrot And Tomato Were The Most Preferred Raw Vegetables And Guava Is The Preferred Fruit. There Was A Statistically Significant Association Between Dietary Habits With Age And Gender At 0.05 Level And Dietary Habits With Religion At 0.01 Level.
Authors and Affiliations
Dr. R. Sudha, Mrs. Umalakshmi
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