Food group contributions to nutrient intake in whites, blacks, and Mexican Americans in Texas.
J Am Diet Assoc
; 89(8): 1061-9, 1989 Aug.
Article
em En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-2760367
The existence of three different ethnic groups, living within a defined geographic area in Texas and maintaining fairly distinct life-styles, provided an excellent opportunity to compare their dietary behaviors. Information about food consumption was obtained by 24-hour dietary recall from a group of 431 whites, blacks, and Mexican Americans residing in two counties in southeast Texas. Food group and subgroup contributions to 11 nutrients were calculated. The intake patterns of Mexican Americans demonstrated both an adherence to traditional or familiar Mexican food items, such as beans and tortillas, and a preference for foods not previously reported to be commonly consumed by that ethnic group, specifically beef. The current study provides a base of information necessary to implement dietary changes acceptable within the context of a particular culture's world view. Results revealed differences in food intake patterns that would be helpful in designing practical nutrition education programs specifically targeted toward these ethnic groups. For example, inadequate sources of nutrients were identified, as were sources of excess fat.
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Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Negro ou Afro-Americano
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Hispânico ou Latino
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Cultura
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População Branca
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Alimentos
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Fenômenos Fisiológicos da Nutrição
Aspecto:
Determinantes_sociais_saude
Limite:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
País/Região como assunto:
Mexico
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Am Diet Assoc
Ano de publicação:
1989
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de publicação:
Estados Unidos