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Comparative amino acid composition and quality parameters of Moringa oleifera testa and cotyledon 辣木皮和子叶的氨基酸组成及品质参数比较

Malaysian Journal of Nutrition Pub Date : 2022-07-07 DOI: 10.31246/mjn-2020-0130

E. Adeyeye, A. A. Olaleye, Oluwajumoke Tolulope Idowu, H. O. Adubiaro, K. Ayeni

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Knowledge, attitude and practices (KAP) towards anaemia among female university students in Malaysia: A cross-sectional survey 马来西亚女大学生对贫血的知识、态度和做法：一项横断面调查

Malaysian Journal of Nutrition Pub Date : 2022-06-22 DOI: 10.31246/mjn-2021-0067

Cheryl Huong, Jing Lin Chua, Rui Yi Ng, Dhanashri Kshitij Panse, Snigdha Misra, A. Sumera

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Milk supplementation increases mid-upper arm circumference and haemoglobin level among pregnant women in Kupang, Indonesia: Evidence from a regression discontinuity design 补充牛奶可增加印度尼西亚库邦孕妇的中上臂围和血红蛋白水平：回归不连续性设计的证据

Malaysian Journal of Nutrition Pub Date : 2022-06-02 DOI: 10.31246/mjn-2021-0023

A. Syafiq, S. Fikawati, Nindhita Priscillia Muharrani, Mardatillah Mardatillah

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Determinants of diet quality among mothers of young children in an urban slum area in Jakarta: Mother’s age, vegetables availability, and eating out frequency 雅加达城市贫民窟地区幼儿母亲饮食质量的决定因素:母亲的年龄、蔬菜供应和外出就餐频率

Malaysian Journal of Nutrition Pub Date : 2022-05-26 DOI: 10.31246/mjn-2021-0031

F. S. Birahmatika, D. Chandra, Luh Ade Wiradnyani

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Soy flour snack bars lower glycaemic response in type 2 diabetes mellitus subjects: A randomised cross-over design 豆粉零食棒降低2型糖尿病受试者的血糖反应:一项随机交叉设计

Malaysian Journal of Nutrition Pub Date : 2022-05-25 DOI: 10.31246/mjn-2021-0054

N. M. Nurdin, H. Navratilova, Karina Rahmadia Ekawidyani, M. Y. Kurniawan

{"title":"Soy flour snack bars lower glycaemic response in type 2 diabetes mellitus subjects: A randomised cross-over design","authors":"N. M. Nurdin, H. Navratilova, Karina Rahmadia Ekawidyani, M. Y. Kurniawan","doi":"10.31246/mjn-2021-0054","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31246/mjn-2021-0054","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Low glycaemic snacks may help to improve blood glucose control. However, data on the effect of soybean snack bars on postprandial glucose levels of the diabetic population is scarce. Therefore, the current study aimed to examine the effect of consuming soy flour snack bars on glycaemic response (GR) over a 180-minute period in individuals with diabetes by estimating postprandial glucose levels variation and total area under the curve (AUC). Methods: Nine subjects (age: 54.6±4.0 years; BMI: 25.0±2.5 kg/m2) with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) diagnoses without complication enrolled in this randomised, open-label, cross-over trial. On three separate sessions, they consumed glucose standard solution, soy flour snack bar (SF), and wheat flour snack bar (WF) containing 25 g of available carbohydrate, respectively. Finger prick capillary method was executed to measure blood glucose levels at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, 180 minutes after test product ingestion. Results: Overall, significantly lower postprandial glucose levels were observed at 30, 60, 90, and 120 minutes (122.3±17.6, 136.3±24.9, 125.7±25.3, and 107.2±24.1 mg/dL; p<0.001) in those who consumed SF snack bars than WF snack bars (147.9±41.3, 168.0±43.6, 152.6±30.0, and 140.6±33.4 mg/dL). The AUC level after the ingestion of SF snack bar was 2044.8±503.1 mg.min/dL, >20% lower compared to ingestion of WF snack bar (4735.0±666.8 mg.min/dL), p<0.001. These glycaemic control benefits can be explained due to the high fibre and protein content linked to the physicochemical properties of SF. Conclusion: With high nutritional properties, SF snack bar has a low GR and might help control blood glucose in T2DM subjects.","PeriodicalId":18207,"journal":{"name":"Malaysian Journal of Nutrition","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-05-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"69654018","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Knowledge, attitude, and behaviour towards nutrition radio programmes in mothers of children under five years with severe acute malnutrition in Northern Nigeria 尼日利亚北部5岁以下严重急性营养不良儿童的母亲对营养广播节目的知识、态度和行为

Malaysian Journal of Nutrition Pub Date : 2022-04-25 DOI: 10.31246/mjn-2021-0022

Oyeduntan Adewunmi Enoch, Anorue Luke Ifeanyi, Idowu Olayinka Olajumoke, Balogun Bidemi Mutairu, Lasisi Bukola Fatima, Okunbo Victor

{"title":"Knowledge, attitude, and behaviour towards nutrition radio programmes in mothers of children under five years with severe acute malnutrition in Northern Nigeria","authors":"Oyeduntan Adewunmi Enoch, Anorue Luke Ifeanyi, Idowu Olayinka Olajumoke, Balogun Bidemi Mutairu, Lasisi Bukola Fatima, Okunbo Victor","doi":"10.31246/mjn-2021-0022","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31246/mjn-2021-0022","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Although the mass media are increasingly becoming a platform for disseminating health messages to promote attitude and behavioural changes, little is known about how radio programmes influence safe child feeding practices among mothers of infants and children. Consequently, this study examined the knowledge, attitude and behaviour towards food and nutrition radio programmes in mothers of children under five years with severe acute malnutrition in Northern Nigeria. Methods: This study employed a survey research design using data derived from a structured questionnaire undertaken with mothers (N=402) of children suffering from severe acute malnutrition (SAM) and who have been listening to radio programmes on tackling malnutrition within six months to the time of the fieldwork. Results: Findings revealed that while mothers appeared to have a higher comprehension of child feeding programmes on the radio, their attitude and actual uptake of the messages were not encouraging. Furthermore, being young, having few children, having a primary education, and frequent listening to SAM-related messages on the radio were associated with mothers’ positive knowledge, attitude and actual uptake of the messages disseminated. Conclusion: The findings provided a link between demographic characteristics of mothers and how they comprehend, believe and act on the messages they received from these radio programmes. It is therefore argued that the understanding of this link might inform the focus of future intervention aimed at promoting best child feeding practices in Northern Nigeria","PeriodicalId":18207,"journal":{"name":"Malaysian Journal of Nutrition","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-04-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47921185","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Evaluation of in vitro lipid-lowering properties of ‘Saba’ banana [Musa acuminata x balbisiana (BBB group) ‘Saba’] peel pectin from different extraction methods 不同提取方法对' Saba '香蕉[Musa acuminata x balbisiana (BBB组)' Saba ']果皮果胶体外降脂性能的评价

Malaysian Journal of Nutrition Pub Date : 2022-04-01 DOI: 10.31246/mjn-2020-0121

A. Estribillo, P. Gaban, J. P. Rivadeneira, Jeric C. Villanueva, M. Torio, K. Castillo-Israel

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Anaemia and its associated factors among pregnant women in Malaysia 马来西亚孕妇的贫血及其相关因素

Malaysian Journal of Nutrition Pub Date : 2022-04-01 DOI: 10.31246/mjn-2021-0047

H. Minhat, Puganeswary Thangarajah

{"title":"Anaemia and its associated factors among pregnant women in Malaysia","authors":"H. Minhat, Puganeswary Thangarajah","doi":"10.31246/mjn-2021-0047","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31246/mjn-2021-0047","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Despite remarkable improvement in maternal health, anaemia during pregnancy remains a significant public health threat to Malaysian women. This study aimed to determine the prevalence, severity, and associated factors of anaemia in pregnancy among pregnant mothers in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan. Methods: A total of 482 pregnant mothers were recruited using cluster sampling. Data were collected using a validated and pre-tested self-administered questionnaire consisting of four sections, namely socio-demographic and socioeconomic details, obstetric history, nutritional factors, and iron supplementation status. In this study, anaemia in pregnancy was defined as haemoglobin (Hb) <11.0 g/dL, which was based on blood test taken during the first trimester. The data were analysed using IBM SPSS version 23.0. Multiple logistic regression analysis was conducted to determine the predictive model for anaemia during pregnancy among the respondents. Results: The prevalence of anaemia in pregnancy among the respondents was 22.0%, with 95.3% respondents mildly anaemic. Respondents with an intake of iron supplementation of once daily (AOR=0.191, 95% CI: 0.074- 0.914), more than once daily (AOR=0.149, 95%CI: 0.091-0.248), and low intake of seafood (AOR=0.320, 95% CI: 0.187-0.526) were less likely to develop anaemia during pregnancy. Conclusion: The findings revealed moderate level of anaemia in pregnancy, which was dominated by those in the mild category, with increased risk predicted among young mothers. Iron supplementation (once daily or more) and low intake of seafood protected mothers from developing anaemia during pregnancy.","PeriodicalId":18207,"journal":{"name":"Malaysian Journal of Nutrition","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43165703","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Sociodemographic factors associated with consumption of high-sodium foods: Evidence from Malaysia 与高钠食物消费相关的社会人口因素:来自马来西亚的证据

Malaysian Journal of Nutrition Pub Date : 2022-03-16 DOI: 10.31246/mjn-2021-0088

Y. Cheah, Sharifah Nazeera Syed Anera, C. Kee, K. Lim, M. Omar

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Exploring the norms of eating-out practice among adults in Malaysia 探索马来西亚成年人外出就餐的习惯

Malaysian Journal of Nutrition Pub Date : 2022-02-26 DOI: 10.31246/mjn-2021-0008

Lydiatul Shima Ashari, Ainaa Almardhiyah Abd Rashid, M. Shahril, Y. Lee, Y. Kueh, Bibi Nabihah Abdul Hakim, N. Shafiee, R. R. Raja Ali, H. J. Jan Mohamed

{"title":"Exploring the norms of eating-out practice among adults in Malaysia","authors":"Lydiatul Shima Ashari, Ainaa Almardhiyah Abd Rashid, M. Shahril, Y. Lee, Y. Kueh, Bibi Nabihah Abdul Hakim, N. Shafiee, R. R. Raja Ali, H. J. Jan Mohamed","doi":"10.31246/mjn-2021-0008","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31246/mjn-2021-0008","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Eating-out is common in almost all countries, including Malaysia, but this frequent practice may affect human health. In Malaysia, data on eating-out is limited. This study aimed to assess the proportion of eating-out, to assess the association between socio-demographic factors and eating patterns, and to compare energy and nutrient intakes between people eating-out and eating-in. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 100 adults aged 30 to 70 years old. Three-day food diaries were used to collect data on dietary intake. Eating-out was defined as eating foods prepared outside the home. Respondents who ate outside for at least one meal per day, for two or three days per week were considered as those who frequently practised eating-out. Results: A total of 84% of respondents who ate out had significantly higher sodium intake than those who ate at home (2934 mg/day vs. 2165 mg/day, p=0.025). Foods and drinks that were most commonly consumed outside were nasi lemak, roti canai, rice, ayam masak kicap, vegetable soup, tomyam, rice vermicelli soup (mee-hoon soup), hot teh-o, iced tea, and orange juice. Occupation (p=0.004) and location type (p=0.001) were associated with eatingout. Government and semi-government workers (61%) and urban population (57%) had higher percentage of eating-out compared to eating at home (19% and 12%, respectively). Conclusion: More than two-thirds of our respondents ate out and this habit was related to poor diet quality with excessive intake of sodium. Interventions are needed to improve the diet quality of the overall eating-out behaviour among targeted population.","PeriodicalId":18207,"journal":{"name":"Malaysian Journal of Nutrition","volume":"31 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41286142","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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