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KMID : 1134820190480060675
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Journal of the Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition
2019 Volume.48 No. 6 p.675 ~ p.685
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Comparison of Dietary Habit, Nutritional Knowledge, and Nutrient Intakes of Married Vietnamese Immigrant Women according to Participation in Nutrition-Plus Program
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Joe Mee-Young
Hwang Ji-Yun
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Abstract
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This study investigated the dietary habits, nutritional knowledge and nutrient intakes of married Vietnamese immigrant women according to participation in the Nutrition-Plus program. A total of 233 Vietnamese marriage immigrants were recruited from public health centers and multicultural family support centers in Seoul metropolitan areas and the Seoul Immigration Office. The methods of data collection included anthropometric measurements and face-to-face interviews using a structured questionnaire. The mean weight and body mass index (BMI) of those who underwent the Nutrition-Plus program were higher than those who did not (P=0.002, P=0.007, respectively). Additionally, those who received the Nutrition-Plus program showed a more balanced diet and higher total scores on the mini dietary assessment than those who did not receive the program (P<0.001). Furthermore, subjects who underwent the Nutrition-Plus program showed higher scores regarding questions about functions of cereals (P=0.010) and meat and fish (P=0.010), as well as higher overall scores (P=0.004) than those who did not participate in the program. With regard to nutrient intake, those who received the Nutrition-Plus program showed more intake of iron (P=0.034), sodium (P=0.007), vitamin A (P=0.049), riboflavin (P=0.025), vitamin C (P=0.019), and cholesterol (P= 0.063) after adjusting for length of residence in Korea, number of children and BMI. Subjects who received the Nutrition-Plus program had more balanced dietary habits and nutrition knowledge, as well as greater food and nutrient intake than those who did not. These findings indicate the Nutrition-Plus program should be provided to married immigrant women to establish a healthy diet.
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KEYWORD
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Vietnamese marriage immigrant, Nutrition-Plus program, nutritional knowledge, dietary habit, nutrient intake
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