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{"title":"'It's Part of the College Experience': A Focus Group Assessment of US College Students' Knowledge and Use of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.","authors":"Matthew Chrisman, Kelsey Gardiner, Andrea Cullers, Allene Gremaud, Candace Rodman","doi":"10.1111/nbu.70014","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/nbu.70014","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>College student food insecurity is highly prevalent, yet qualitative analyses of this problem and potential campus solutions are scarce in the literature. The purpose of this online focus group study was to examine college students' knowledge of food insecurity, including barriers and facilitators of accessing federal food assistance programmes. Students from 13 colleges, universities and tech schools in one Midwestern state were recruited to participate using convenience sampling. Any enrolled student was eligible. A total of 26 students from 9 universities participated in 4 total focus groups (6-8 students per group) which all lasted between 45 and 55 min. The primary outcome was knowledge and use of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Focus groups were held online via Zoom, recorded, then transcribed, reviewed and discussed by all authors until data saturation was achieved. Data were coded based on agreed-upon themes. Participants included 35% males; the average age was 22.9 years, and 13 were from public institutions. Main themes included: challenges of applying for SNAP, including determining eligibility and difficulty applying; a lack of knowledge related to food insecurity and SNAP; the role of campuses in assisting food insecure students; and stigma associated with being food insecure, which was considered part of the college experience. College food insecurity should be addressed, particularly by targeting campus resources, and campus policies could be targeted to reduce food insecurity among students. Potential suggestions include campus administrators assisting in determining eligibility and applying for SNAP. Future work is needed to reduce stigma surrounding food insecurity and SNAP use.</p>","PeriodicalId":48536,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition Bulletin","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144250374","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Views of Adult Weight Management Dietitians on Service Provision for People With Obesity and Severe Mental Illness and/or Learning Disability: A Qualitative Study.","authors":"Anita Attala, Amelia A Lake, Emma L Giles","doi":"10.1111/nbu.70013","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/nbu.70013","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Specialist adult weight management (AWM) services (tier 3) provide multidisciplinary support for people with obesity to manage their weight. Many people with severe mental illness (SMI)/learning disability also have obesity. This study explored the opinions of specialist AWM dietitians in the North-East and North Cumbria (NENC) region regarding their skills, knowledge, and services for supporting people with obesity and SMI/learning disability. Dietitians (n = 9) were purposively selected and interviewed using Microsoft Teams in July 2023. The data was thematically analysed. Dietetic pre-registration training on SMI/learning disability was inconsistent. Dietitians' confidence in supporting people with SMI/learning disability was wide-ranging. Six themes were identified: training, resources, service provision, networking & external influences, assessment and compassion & self-efficacy. Specialist AWM dietitians in the NENC region are compassionate and want to provide a quality service for people with obesity and SMI/learning disability. However, they sometimes feel they fail these service users through a lack of training and resources. Training, accessible resources, and collaboration with mental health dietitians may improve AWM dietitians' confidence and skills when supporting people with SMI/learning disability and may reduce stigma. The British Dietetic Association (BDA) may wish to ensure training on SMI and learning disability is available for all dietitians, along with resource sharing. Additionally, limited staffing and waiting lists may impact the provision of reasonable adjustments required for people with additional needs. Alternative pathways for people with obesity and additional requirements may be of benefit. More comprehensively completed referrals and additional funding may facilitate this.</p>","PeriodicalId":48536,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition Bulletin","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144227291","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Characteristics and nutrient profiles of foods and beverages on online food delivery systems.","authors":"Jia-Wen Chin, Wendy Mei Ling Loh, Yasmin Beng Houi Ooi, Ban-Hock Khor","doi":"10.1111/nbu.12727","DOIUrl":"10.1111/nbu.12727","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Recently, there has been an emerging trend of purchasing foods and beverages via online food delivery systems but there is scarce evidence on the healthfulness of these items, particularly in Southeast Asian countries such as Malaysia. This study aimed to evaluate the characteristics and nutrient profiles of foods and beverages available via online food delivery systems in Malaysia. This cross-sectional study was conducted from September 2022 to March 2023 to identify foods and beverages available on the Grab Food and Foodpanda mobile applications. The healthfulness of selected foods and beverages was determined based on the Food Standards Agency Nutrient Profiling System. The present study included 3729 foods and 1882 beverages. Most of the foods were cereal-based dishes (37.4%), followed by cereals with protein-based dishes (12.8%) and meat or poultry-based dishes (12.0%), while most of the beverages were local handcrafted beverages (27.8%), followed by bubble milk tea (15.0%) and Western handcrafted beverages (14.6%). For protein dishes, deep-frying or battered-frying was the most common preparation method (33.8%) while most of the cereal-based dishes were stir-fried (76.7%). Out of 23 common foods, 15 foods (65%) were categorised as less healthy based on the nutrient profile score while 19 out of 24 (79%) common beverages were categorised as less healthy. The online food delivery systems feature predominantly local foods and beverages that are less healthy, potentially contributing to the development of an obesogenic environment.</p>","PeriodicalId":48536,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition Bulletin","volume":" ","pages":"250-261"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143081705","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Associations Between Chrono-Nutrition Behaviours and Cognitive Function in Middle-Aged Adults: The NUTRICO Cross-Sectional Cohort Study.","authors":"Christiana A Demetriou, Dona Hileti, Elisavet Onisiphorou, Christiana Kazafanioti, Marios Alogakos, Dionysia Vardakastani, Erato Christofidou, Eleni P Andreou, Christoforos D Giannaki, Pinelopi S Stavrinou, Philippos Philippou, Fofi Constantinidou, Elena Philippou","doi":"10.1111/nbu.70000","DOIUrl":"10.1111/nbu.70000","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Healthy midlife cognitive function (CF) reduces the risk of later cognitive decline. Emerging evidence suggests that chrono-nutrition may be associated with CF. This cross-sectional cohort study aimed to examine associations between chrono-nutrition behaviours and CF in adults aged 45-65 years living in Cyprus. Chrono-nutrition, including misalignments between actual and preferred eating times, Mediterranean diet (MD) adherence, sleep and physical activity were assessed using validated questionnaires. Computerised neurocognitive remote testing was used to derive standard normalised age-matched scores for composite memory, psychomotor speed, cognitive flexibility, complex attention, reaction time and neurocognitive index. Education, marital status, smoking, body mass index, chronic disease diagnosis and religious fasting were also assessed. Adjusted multivariate ordinal logistic regression was used to assess each chrono-nutrition variable against each cognitive outcome. Two-hundred and seven participants were analysed (58% female, median age: 52 years, 75.6% university graduates). Morning latency (duration of time between one's wake time and first eating event) misalignment was associated with higher neurocognitive index (OR eating later than preferred by 30-90 min: 2.91; 95% CI: 1.33-5.97 and OR eating later than preferred by > 90 min: 2.57; 95% CI: 1.34-4.88) and with higher cognitive flexibility (OR eating later than preferred by 30-90 min: 2.23; 95% CI: 1.07-4.64). An eating window longer than preferred by > 120 min was associated with a lower psychomotor speed (OR: 0.17; 95% CI: 0.04-0.67). Evening eating between 20:00 and 22:59 versus before 20:00 was associated with higher complex attention (OR: 2.07; 95% CI: 1.08-3.97). No evidence was found that eating alignment is associated with better CF. The study provides insights that some chrono-nutrition behaviours may be associated with CF with potential implications for improving CF in middle-aged adults.</p>","PeriodicalId":48536,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition Bulletin","volume":" ","pages":"262-277"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12147060/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143484238","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Comprehensive Review of Antinutrients in Plant-Based Foods and Their Key Ingredients.","authors":"Neşe Yılmaz Tuncel, Havva Polat Kaya, Ali Emre Andaç, Fatma Korkmaz, Necati Barış Tuncel","doi":"10.1111/nbu.12732","DOIUrl":"10.1111/nbu.12732","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In recent years, the growing popularity of vegan and vegetarian diets, along with the rising demand for plant-based foods, has led researchers to concentrate on examining the presence and effects of antinutrients. While there are existing literature reviews focusing on antinutritional compounds, particularly on their reduction, this review aims to provide a comprehensive description of antinutrients for producers, food scientists, professionals, legislators and consumers, emphasising the complexity of the subject and the necessity for diverse approaches while identifying aspects that still require further research. Antinutrients, including protease inhibitors, amylase inhibitors, phytic acid, lectins, saponins, tannins, cyanogenic glycosides, oxalic acid, polyphenols, goitrogens and pyrimidine glycosides, are described, encompassing various aspects such as their structural characteristics, analytical detection methods, distribution, physiological impacts and strategies for mitigation or elimination. Specifically, our review concentrates on assessing the presence of antinutrients in plant-based food products and the primary ingredients, categorised into five distinct groups, cereals, pseudocereals, pulses, seeds and nuts, which are commonly used in their production. Among these categories, legumes are identified as the richest source of anti-nutritional compounds, followed by cereal grains. However, certain pseudocereals, seeds and nuts also demonstrate high levels of specific antinutrients. While antinutrients are generally regarded as harmful to nutrient absorption, recent studies have revealed some potential health benefits associated with them. Therefore, further in vivo research is essential to elucidate the behaviour of antinutritional compounds within the human body. Additionally, there is a significant lack of formal regulations and guidelines regarding antinutrients, and food products currently do not feature labelling related to these compounds.</p>","PeriodicalId":48536,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition Bulletin","volume":" ","pages":"171-205"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143081699","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Investigating the Impact of Açai (Euterpe oleracea) on Lipid Profile: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.","authors":"Bruno Moreira Candeloro, Túlio H B Bitencourt, Sergio F R Elias, Maria Clara Rauli, Isabela B Brandão, Sandra Maria Barbalho, David M Garner, Rodrigo D Raimundo, Andrey A Porto, Vitor E Valenti","doi":"10.1111/nbu.12735","DOIUrl":"10.1111/nbu.12735","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Conditions such as obesity and cardiovascular diseases represent significant global public health challenges, driven by their increasing prevalence and profound effects on morbidity and mortality. Dyslipidemia, defined by abnormal lipid concentrations, performs a pivotal role in the onset of cardiovascular diseases, especially atherosclerosis. Dietary strategies and other nonpharmacological interventions are crucial for the management of dyslipidemia. Açaí (Euterpe oleracea), a fruit native to the Amazon, is recognised for its antioxidant properties and potential impact on lipid metabolism. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the impact of açaí consumption on lipid profile markers. A systematic search was performed across several databases, including MEDLINE/PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science and Scopus. We included non-randomised, randomised, no blind, blind and control trials involving adult participants who received açaí in any form. The outcome measures included triglycerides, total cholesterol, LDL-c and HDL-c. The screening of studies and data extraction were independently conducted by four reviewers. The risk of bias was evaluated using the Cochrane Risk of Bias tool, and meta-analyses were completed where applicable. Out of 188 identified studies, 8 met the inclusion criteria. Meta-analysis of 411 participants displayed no significant effect of açaí on LDL-c (MD = 6.06 mg/dL 95% CI: -0.03, 12.48, p = 0.06), HDL-c (MD = 0.30 mg/dL 95% CI: -1.54, 2.13, p = 0.75), total cholesterol (MD = 2.94 mg/dL 95% CI: -6.44, 12.31, p = 0.54) and triglycerides (MD = 2.05 mg/dL 95% CI: 1.79, 2.28, p = 0.59). Additionally, açaí consumption was related to a significant reduction in total lipids (MD = -9.80 g, 95% CI: -13.94 to -5.66, p < 0.001). GRADE evaluation pointed to low/very low certainty of evidence. Açaí consumption may lessen total lipid levels, but no significant effect was noted for cholesterol parameters and triglycerides. Further trials with more demanding research methodologies are required to clarify the effects of açaí on lipid profiles. Trial Registration: CRD42024549531.</p>","PeriodicalId":48536,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition Bulletin","volume":" ","pages":"206-219"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143442412","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Sugar Reformulation in Solid Foods: Limitations and Challenges.","authors":"Jimmy Chun Yu Louie","doi":"10.1111/nbu.70004","DOIUrl":"10.1111/nbu.70004","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The global obesity epidemic remains a significant public health challenge, prompting various interventions to address its complexity. Among these, sugar reformulation in foods has gained traction as a potential strategy. While successful in sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs), applying this approach to solid foods presents unique challenges and potential drawbacks. This article critically discusses the efficacy of sugar reformulation in solid foods as an obesity prevention strategy. The discussion explores the differential impacts of sugars from SSBs versus solid foods, technical constraints in reformulation and possible unintended outcomes. Additionally, the article evaluates the limitations of modelling studies that advocate for sugar reformulation, emphasising the importance of a balanced and evidence-based perspective on its role in addressing obesity.</p>","PeriodicalId":48536,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition Bulletin","volume":" ","pages":"345-356"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12147061/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143991206","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Knowledge and Perceptions of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Eligible Purchases: A Survey of US Midwestern College Students.","authors":"Matthew Chrisman, Matthew J Landry, Seth Klobodu, Dylan Bailey","doi":"10.1111/nbu.70002","DOIUrl":"10.1111/nbu.70002","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Little is known regarding the intrastudent barriers to accessing and utilising the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). To examine college students' knowledge of allowable items and perception of what items should be allowed for purchase with (SNAP) benefits, particularly by food security status and enrolment in SNAP in the past 12 months, a cross-sectional, online survey was conducted among 844 college students from nine higher education institutions in a single Midwestern state. Many students were unaware that certain food items were already covered by SNAP, leading them to express a desire for these items to be included. Additionally, there were misconceptions about the eligibility of nonfood items for purchase using SNAP benefits. Beyond traditional food items, students highly desired the inclusion of necessities such as toiletries and cooking equipment. Improved outreach and educational campaigns could be developed to clarify the eligible items and scope of the programme, enabling students to make informed decisions about their SNAP benefit usage.</p>","PeriodicalId":48536,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition Bulletin","volume":" ","pages":"220-228"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143442432","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Ultra-Processed Foods Marketed in Türkiye: An Analysis of Nutritional Quality and Packaging Sustainability.","authors":"Hilal Şimşek, Armineh Rajabi, Büşra Öztürk, Aslı Uçar","doi":"10.1111/nbu.70005","DOIUrl":"10.1111/nbu.70005","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study aimed to evaluate the nutritional profile and packaging recycling status of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) sold in chain markets across Türkiye. In this regard, the nutritional quality and recyclability status of the packages of UPFs, as defined by NOVA, sold in five major supermarket chains across Türkiye were examined. The energy and nutrient content displayed on UPF labels were analysed, and their nutritional profiles considered using the Nutri-Score algorithm. The study also documented the frequency of recycling symbols on the packaging. Of the 1365 UPFs examined across 13 categories, 61.6% were identified as having an unhealthy nutritional profile (Nutri-Score Grades D and E), whereas only 16% were classified as healthy (Grades A and B). Categories predominantly containing unhealthy products included milk and dairy, sauces and dressings, frozen and dehydrated meals, processed meats, along with various snacks and desserts like salty and sweet snacks, candies, chocolates and ice cream. Notably, candies, chocolates, and salty and sweet snacks were identified as the most energy-dense UPF categories. In terms of packaging, 84.4% of UPFs used at least one recycling symbol, 55.3% of these used plastic material and 38.2% used the Green Dot symbol. The results of the study may guide UPF nutrient profile reformulations and contribute to epidemiological studies analysing the relationship between UPF consumption and public health. Furthermore, these results highlight the necessity for more defined national regulations on the recycling of food packaging within the context of food system sustainability.</p>","PeriodicalId":48536,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition Bulletin","volume":" ","pages":"302-310"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143617660","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Diet, Physical Activity and Depression: Does Gastrointestinal Health Help Explain the Relationship Between Lifestyle Factors and Depression?","authors":"Deili Sinimeri, Caroline Childs, Dennis Golm","doi":"10.1111/nbu.12734","DOIUrl":"10.1111/nbu.12734","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Lifestyle factors such as diet and physical activity are involved in the development and maintenance of depression, but the mechanism by which these factors influence mental health remains unclear. The aim of this study was to investigate whether gastrointestinal health helps explain some of the relationship between these lifestyle factors and depression. The study used a cross-sectional design to compare dietary intake, physical activity and gastrointestinal health in three groups, healthy (n = 235), lifetime depression (n = 161) and current depression (n = 86). Dietary intake was measured by the Fruit And Vegetable VAriety index, N-3 PUFA Food Frequency Questionnaire and Prebiotic and Probiotic Food Frequency Questionnaire. Analysis of variance, Pearson correlations and Hayes PROCESS macro mediation analysis were used to compare the groups and examine the relationships. Physical activity and gastrointestinal health differed significantly between the groups with no differences in overall fruit and vegetable, omega-3 and probiotic food intake. Bootstrapped correlations showed that higher fruit and vegetable and omega-3 intake were associated with lower gastrointestinal symptom and depression scores, but effects were weak. Furthermore, higher occurrence of gastrointestinal symptoms was moderately associated with higher depression scores. Results from a series of exploratory mediation analyses suggested that gastrointestinal symptoms mediated the relationship between lifestyle factors and depression status. These data indicate that the effects of lifestyle factors on depression might partly work through the gastrointestinal system. The findings of this study help further understand the mechanisms between dietary intake and physical activity, and depression and can inform future longitudinal and experimental studies.</p>","PeriodicalId":48536,"journal":{"name":"Nutrition Bulletin","volume":" ","pages":"239-249"},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12147062/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143558378","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}