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Article Title Impact of Targeted Nutrition Education on Dietary Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices
Sponsor: United Arab Emirates University
Summary
This study aimed to evaluate the impact of targeted nutrition education on dietary knowledge, attitudes, and practices among adults in the United Arab Emirates. A randomized controlled intervention design was used, in which participants were assigned to either a targeted nutrition education group or a general health education group. Data were collected before and after the intervention using a structured questionnaire assessing knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to functional foods. The study assessed changes in participants' understanding and behaviors following the educational intervention. The findings are expected to support the development of effective nutrition education strategies to improve dietary behaviors in the population.
Official title: Article Title Impact of Targeted Nutrition Education on Dietary Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices: A Controlled Intervention Study in the United Arab Emirates
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
147
Start Date
2024-10-04
Completion Date
2025-05-30
Last Updated
2026-05-07
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
educational intervention
The educational intervention was conducted by the authors and tailored to each group: Group 1 (Functional Food Group): This group received an educational session focusing on the health benefits, safety, and incorporation of functional foods into a balanced diet. Topics included scientific insights into functional food components, examples, and their role in disease prevention.
educational intervention
Group 2 (Control Group): This group received a general health education session unrelated to functional foods.
Locations (1)
United Arab Emirates University
Al Ain City, United Arab Emirates