Digital intervention targeting nutrition and physical activity behaviours among healthy individuals in low- and middle-income countries: a scoping review.

IF 2.8 3区 医学 Q3 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Adi Lukas Kurniawan, Theresia Theresia, Amelia Faradina, Rathi Paramastri, Nila Reswari Haryana, Riska Mayang Saputri Ginting, Bira Arumndari Nurrahma, Larasati Sekar Kinasih, Achmed Forest Khan, Arif Sabta Aji, Zakia Umami, Olivinia Qonita Putri, Noor Rohmah Mayasari
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Abstract

Background: The adoption of digital technologies to enhance health behaviours is on the rise due to their high accessibility. This scoping review summarized evidence on digital interventions designed to improve nutritional status and physical activity (PA) among healthy individuals in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

Methods: A comprehensive search of five electronic databases, including MEDLINE via PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, CINAHL, and CENTRAL through the Cochrane Library from January 2000 to September 2024 was conducted. The search strategy was guided by the Participants, Concept, and Context model. Eligible studies included randomized controlled trials and quasi-experimental designs that implemented digital nutrition interventions among healthy individuals in LMICs.

Results: The review included 53 studies, predominantly from Asia, that employed various digital platforms, including social media, text messages, mobile apps, video games, and websites. The interventions primarily targeted children or adolescents and youth, focusing on PA and nutrition-related knowledge, attitudes, and practices. The majority of studies reported significant improvements in PA levels, nutrition knowledge, and healthy food consumption. However, the impact on anthropometric and body composition outcomes was inconsistent might be due to the heterogeneity of intervention, varying duration, diverse target populations, and methodological approaches.

Conclusion: Digital interventions were generally effective in improving PA levels, nutrition knowledge, and healthy food consumption. However, our review identified several gaps, including the limited application of theoretical frameworks and needs assessments in the development of interventions, as well as a narrow focus on specific outcomes. Future studies should expand to diverse regions, incorporate theory-based, context-specific approaches, and adopt double-duty action strategies to enhance the effectiveness and reach of digital nutrition interventions in LMICs.

针对低收入和中等收入国家健康个体营养和身体活动行为的数字干预:范围审查
背景:由于数字技术的高可及性,越来越多的人采用数字技术来加强健康行为。本综述总结了旨在改善中低收入国家健康个体营养状况和身体活动(PA)的数字干预措施的证据。方法:通过Cochrane图书馆检索2000年1月至2024年9月的PubMed、Embase、Web of Science、CINAHL、CENTRAL等5个电子数据库。搜索策略由参与者、概念和上下文模型指导。符合条件的研究包括在中低收入国家健康个体中实施数字营养干预的随机对照试验和准实验设计。结果:该综述包括53项研究,主要来自亚洲,这些研究采用了各种数字平台,包括社交媒体、短信、移动应用程序、视频游戏和网站。干预措施主要针对儿童或青少年和青年,侧重于PA和营养相关的知识、态度和做法。大多数研究报告了PA水平、营养知识和健康食品消费的显著改善。然而,对人体测量和身体成分结果的影响不一致可能是由于干预的异质性、不同的持续时间、不同的目标人群和方法方法。结论:数字干预在改善PA水平、营养知识和健康食品消费方面普遍有效。然而,我们的审查发现了一些差距,包括理论框架和需求评估在干预措施开发中的有限应用,以及对具体结果的狭隘关注。未来的研究应扩展到不同的地区,结合基于理论的、具体情况的方法,并采取双重责任行动战略,以提高数字营养干预措施在中低收入国家的有效性和覆盖范围。
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Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition
Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition 医学-公共卫生、环境卫生与职业卫生
CiteScore
2.20
自引率
0.00%
发文量
49
审稿时长
6 months
期刊介绍: Journal of Health, Population and Nutrition brings together research on all aspects of issues related to population, nutrition and health. The journal publishes articles across a broad range of topics including global health, maternal and child health, nutrition, common illnesses and determinants of population health.
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