A5082583304- Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
- Child Nutrition and Water Access
- Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations
- Nutritional Studies and Diet
- Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling
- Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins
- Eating Disorders and Behaviors
- Obesity and Health Practices
- HIV-related health complications and treatments
- Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
- HIV/AIDS Impact and Responses
- Birth, Development, and Health
- HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
- Body Composition Measurement Techniques
- Dietetics, Nutrition, and Education
- Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies
- Food Safety and Hygiene
- Diet and metabolism studies
- Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life
- Consumer Packaging Perceptions and Trends
- Consumer Behavior in Brand Consumption and Identification
- Agriculture Sustainability and Environmental Impact
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Physical Activity and Health
- Diabetes Management and Education
South African Medical Research Council
2013-2024
University of the Western Cape
2018-2024
Human Sciences Research Council
2009-2018
Medical Research Council
2013-2014
During the last century we have seen wide-reaching changes in diet, nutritional status and life expectancy. The change diet physical activity patterns has become known as nutrition transition. At any given time, a country or region within may be at different stages this This paper examines range of nutrition-related indicators for countries Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) attempts to develop typical model transition.Based on availability data, 40 SSA were selected analysis. Data obtained from World...
Summary Restricting children's exposures to marketing of unhealthy foods and beverages is a global obesity prevention priority. Monitoring supports informed policymaking. This study presents overview television advertising exposure healthy products. Twenty‐two countries contributed data, captured between 2008 2017. Advertisements were coded for the nature beverages, using 2015 World Health Organization (WHO) Europe Nutrient Profile Model (should be permitted/not‐permitted advertised). Peak...
<h3>Introduction</h3> Hypertension has become a major cause of morbidity and premature mortality in South Africa, but population-wide estimates prevalence access to care are scarce. Using data from the African National Health Nutrition Examination Survey (2011–2012), this analysis evaluates national hypertension uses cascade examine unmet need for care. <h3>Methods</h3> was defined as blood pressure over 140/90 mm Hg or use antihypertensive medication. We constructed by decomposing...
South Africa faces an epidemic of chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs), yet national surveillance is limited due to the lack recent data. We used data from first comprehensive survey on NCDs-the African National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (SANHANES-1 (2011-2012))-to evaluate prevalence health system response diabetes through a care cascade. defined as Hemoglobin A1c equal or above 6.5% currently treatment for diabetes. constructed cascade by categorizing population with into...
South African studies have suggested that differences in obesity prevalence between groups may be partly related to body image and size dissatisfaction. However, there has never been a national study measured its relationship weight control the country. Hence, main aim of was examine relation mass index Africa. A cross-sectional survey secondary analyses data were undertaken for 6 411 Africans (15+ years) participating first National Health Nutrition Examination Survey. Body investigated...
International studies suggest ethnic differences in obesity prevalence may be due, part, to body image and size dissatisfaction between groups. Further, there is evidence that a familial resemblance mothers their younger (preadolescent) daughters. This research was therefore conducted specifically identify the extent which family status (presented as mother-daughter resemblance) ethnicity impact on attitudes perceptions of South African pre-adolescent Mother-daughter dyads (n = 201, 31%...
This study assessed food items sold by 831 street-food vendors in Cape Town, their nutrition knowledge and practices related to preparation. Food included crisps (chips) (45.1%), sweets (candies) (44.4%), fruit (34.9%), biscuits (cookies)/cakes (33.9%), chocolates (31.9%), cooked/baked foods (27.8%), raw vegetables (23.5), soft drinks (21.9%). The majority of the vending stalls (85.7%) did not have surface sanitizer soap, 71% a basin for washing, 75% drying cloth. Street may be public health...
Abstract Objective To determine the frequency and content of food-related television (TV) advertisements shown on South African TV. Design Four national TV channels were recorded between 15.00 21.00 hours (6 h each day, for seven consecutive days, over a 4-week period) to: (i) number advertisements; (ii) evaluate approach used by advertisers to market their products. The data viewed two researchers coded according time slots, food categories, products, health claims presentation. Results Of...
This study attempts to bridge the research gap regarding importance of dietary fiber in reducing metabolic syndrome (MetS) risk factors young rural South Africans. A total 627 individuals (309 males and 318 females) aged 18–30 years participated study. Dietary intake was measured using a validated 24-h recall method. The consumption different types (total, soluble, insoluble) calculated presented as grams. Anthropometrics, blood pressure, fasting glucose, lipid profiles were according...
South African universities have become institutions of choice for international students, particularly those who hail from other countries.Apart presenting a beehive cultures and languages, this segment the student population makes an immense contribution in terms research, teaching learning.In spite students' contributions to scholarship development at Cape Peninsula University Technology, their pursuit academic success is often impeded by array challenges which includes Limited English...
Identifying context specific points for reforming policy to promote healthier food environments and consumer behavior in critical life stages like adolescence is crucial addressing the double burden of malnutrition. Using a qualitative study design, we conducted 20 focus group discussions with grade 10 pupils from ten secondary schools Lusaka. Turner's framework which conceptualizes environment into two domains-the external domain (availability, pricing, vendor product properties, marketing...
The burden of diabetes continues to increase in South Africa and a significant number patients present at public primary healthcare facilities with uncontrolled glucose. We conducted facility-based cross-sectional study determine the self-management practices associated factors among out-patients Tshwane, Africa. An adapted validated questionnaire was used collect data on sociodemography, knowledge, summaries activities measured previous seven days, over last eight weeks. Data were analysed...