
Foods, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 13(23), P. 3962 - 3962
Published: Dec. 8, 2024
The aim of this study was to investigate the changes in habits regarding health and lifestyle Spanish population during after COVID-19 pandemic. A cross-sectional design used. Data were collected pandemic from 22,181 participants 3907 using NutSo-HH Scale, assessing demographic, nutritional, variables. Key findings reveal a slight increase exercise duration (+6.61%) post-pandemic, along with reductions fried food (-3.57%), juice (-6.45%), alcohol consumption (-9.66%). Conversely, there notable increases ultra-processed foods (+2.16%), soft drinks (+6.47%), coffee/energy (+38.95%). Sleep quality, body image, self-perceived showed minor declines. These indicate that despite some positive behavioral changes, is still significant dependence on unhealthy dietary choices, negatively impacting both mental physical health. results highlight need for public strategies which encourage healthier eating, increased activity, better sleep quality reduce long-term effects brought by Focused interventions are necessary curb rising sugary beverages while fostering overall well-being. This underscores vital role ongoing surveillance customized initiatives enhance general post-pandemic era.
Language: Английский