A Thematic Review on Using Food Delivery Services during the Pandemic: Insights for the Post-COVID-19 Era

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 19(22), P. 15267 - 15267

Published: Nov. 18, 2022

The food delivery service is the most typical and visible example of online-to-offline (O2O) commerce. More consumers are using services for various reasons during COVID-19 pandemic, making this business model viral worldwide. In post-pandemic era, offering will become new normal restaurants. Although a growing number publications have focused on consumer behavior in issue, no review paper has addressed current research industry trends. Thus, aims to literature published from 2020 present (October 2022) consumers’ use pandemic. A thematic was conducted, with 40 articles searched Scopus Web Science being included. Quantitative findings showed trends, analyses formed eight themes factors influencing behavior: (1) technical utilitarian factors, (2) system-related attributes, (3) emotional hedonic (4) individual characteristics, (5) quality, (6) risk-related (7) social (8) food-related attributes. also emphasizes COVID-19-related influences suggests promising future directions. results offer insights into practices starting points research.

Language: Английский

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Food Insecurity Among Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Trainees

JAMA Network Open, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 7(2), P. e2356894 - e2356894

Published: Feb. 20, 2024

Importance Food insecurity on college campuses has emerged as an urgent public health priority; however, there been a lack of studies focused graduate students or postdoctoral trainees, particularly those enrolled at private academic institutions. Objective To estimate the prevalence and factors associated with food among trainees university in Boston, Massachusetts. Design, Setting, Participants In this cross-sectional survey study, was sent to 3 health-focused schools Harvard University during end spring 2023 term (April June). were studying medicine, dental health. Data analysis performed from July September 2023. Exposure Sociodemographic characteristics trainees. Main Outcomes Measures The primary outcome assessed using US Household Security Survey Module. also encompassed low very security. Bidirectional stepwise logistic regression models conducted for Results analytic sample included 1745 participants (response rate, 55%): 1287 458 median age respondents 29.0 (IQR, 7.0) years, more than half (1073 [61.5%]) identified female. A total 694 (39.8%) Asian, 625 (35.8%) White, 426 (24.4%) being other race ethnicity. 17.4% (224 1287) 12.7% (58 458) Among students, Asian (OR, 1.06 [95% CI, 1.01-1.11]) ethnicity 1.07 1.02-1.13]), receiving financial aid 1.09 1.05-1.13]), having housing instability 1.53 1.45-1.61]). Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits 1.59 1.28-1.97]), 1.33 1.22-1.45]), not owning car 1.11 1.04-1.18]). Conclusions Relevance substantial proportion institution experienced year. These findings underscore need national institutional interventions address complex, structural related these distinct populations.

Language: Английский

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Food consumption associated with depression, anxiety and stress in students entering a public university

Journal of Nutritional Science, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 14

Published: Jan. 1, 2025

Cross-sectional study investigated the association of fresh or minimally processed foods and ultra-processed food consumption with symptoms depression, anxiety stress in students from a Brazilian public university. Undergraduate admitted 2022 answered an online questionnaire during their first semester. Consumption 12 subgroups 13 on previous day were (affirmative answer for ≥ 5 was classified as high consumption). Depression, using DASS-21 mild to extremely severe grouped be compared individuals without symptoms. Adjusted logistic regression models estimated Odds Ratio (OR) between (outcomes) (exposures), significance level 5%. A total 924 evaluated, whom 57.7% presented 51.9% 59.4% stress. observed 80.3% students, higher frequency among those anxiety, stress, while 38.9% showed foods, differences according High associated lower likelihood depression (OR: 0.62; p=0.011), 0.58; p=0.003) 0.69; p=0.043). No found mental health outcomes. Actions that support encourage healthy university environment can contribute

Language: Английский

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Interventions to Reduce Food and Nutrition Insecurity Among Dental Students

Journal of Dental Education, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Feb. 9, 2025

The prevalence of food insecurity (FI) on university campuses is increasing. This study explored the and nutrition (NI) among dental students barriers interventions to address them. A cross-sectional web-based survey was conducted. Validated tools were used assess FI NI. Univariate binary logistic regressions a multivariable regression model identified factors independently associated with FI. response rate 11.9% (n = 67). mean age 28.4 years; 67% D1/D2 students; 53.7% female, 15.2% as Hispanic, 50.7% White. Forty percent experienced FI; 24.2% had low security (NS), 26.9% reported partial or full responsibility for others' living expenses. Twenty-four married, 25.8% pantry; 11.1% unsuccessfully applied Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. In adjusted model, NS, nonmarried status, pantry use increased likelihood (odds ratios 16.854, 10.182, 9.123, respectively). Common potential NI explored. in this sample greater than national average. Those who unmarried, significantly more likely have Proposed include student services enhancements curriculum modifications wellness. Further research necessary larger understand contributing students.

Language: Английский

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Association between food insecurity and depressive symptoms in college students before and during the COVID-19 pandemic

Journal of American College Health, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 1 - 7

Published: March 3, 2025

Examine the relationship between change in food insecurity status and depressive symptoms before during COVID periods undergraduates. Undergraduates (n = 850) surveyed for College Relationships Experiences project November 2019 (wave 1) May 2020 2). Multivariable logistic regression examined association (1) elevated at each wave (2) 2 from 1 to 2. Food insecure (FI) students had over twice odds of both timepoints compared their food-secure (FS) counterparts. Compared those who stayed FS, changed FI FS remained higher Pre-pandemic is a crucial factor influencing pandemic.

Language: Английский

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Breakfast Skipping: Influencing Factors and its Impact on Cognitive Function and Academic Performance among Malaysian University Students

Perceptual and Motor Skills, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: March 25, 2025

Breakfast skipping has been linked to impaired brain function and reduced information processing. While previous studies have focused on its association with academic performance among school children, other important factors, such as cognitive aspects, received limited attention. is the most frequently skipped meal university students, however, prevalence impact students remain unclear. This study aims determine of breakfast skipping, factors associated Malaysian students. A cross-sectional was conducted, 298 foundation undergraduate were recruited via convenience sampling. questionnaire used sociodemographic, anthropometry data consumption habits. Cognitive assessed using location learning test, Digit Symbol Substitution Test Stroop Test. Academic based latest examination grades. Binary logistic regression performed predictors skipping. The 67.3%. Factors that significantly faculty, parents’ education levels, living status. Students majoring in Arts Social Sciences more likely skip (AOR = 2.196, 95% CI 1.310-3.680, p .003) while lower odds found parents who had higher levels 0.489, 0.245-0.974, .042) lived their at home 0.513, 0.305-0.861, .012). performance, poorer memory, attention reaction times executive function. identified an urgent public health issue demands swift intervention strategies from policy makers management promote healthy habits

Language: Английский

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Food Insecurity, Health, and Socioeconomic Status: Results from the University of the Basque Country, Spain

Nutrients, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 17(8), P. 1314 - 1314

Published: April 10, 2025

Background/Objectives: Food insecurity (FI) is the 'limited or uncertain availability of nutritionally adequate and safe foods'. Although literature suggests a strong association between FI, socioeconomic status (SES), health, nature their relationship not well specified in vulnerable population groups such as university students. To address this gap, study aimed to assess prevalence FI among students, examine its with various health outcomes, explore potential mediating effect SES. Methods: This cross-sectional survey included convenience sample 394 participants from University Basque Country UPV/EHU (Spain). Data on SES, demographic lifestyle factors, outcomes were collected December 2021 January 2022, using questionnaire developed by Insecurity European Students during COVID-19 Pandemic (FINESCOP) consortium. Internal consistency was assessed at Cronbach's α. measured Experience Scale (FIES) FAO, which validated through testing Rasch model assumptions. Results: Overall, 19% students food insecure, 2.5% experiencing moderate 0.8% severe FI. Adjusted linear regression models showed that associated higher body mass index (BMI), poorer self-rated worsening pandemic. SES mediated strongest mediation observed for BMI (indirect association: B = 0.25, 95% CI -0.17-0.75; total 1.85, 0.14-3.56; 15.3% mediation). Conclusions: prevalent it multiple negative partly explained effectively education institutions should consider implementing comprehensive strategies. For future research, longitudinal studies would be recommended systematically monitor causal relationships.

Language: Английский

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Serving the future

Young Consumers Insight and Ideas for Responsible Marketers, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: April 25, 2025

Purpose This study aims to investigate the expectations and expert opinions of food service professionals, thought leaders students as customers about college university dining (CUD) industry. The goal is identify strategic areas emphasis for CUD systems in 2030 thereafter. Design/methodology/approach Four independent studies were used inform final implications. researchers collected data by using six focus groups industry experts, in-depth interviews, a student customer survey think tank part participatory action research model. Thematic analysis was interpret qualitative findings, descriptive report quantitative data. Findings findings revealed that, meet needs students, providers must execute thoughtful facility design technology support, address labor cost issues operate with social responsibility sustainability at forefront. Considerations healthful eating form well-being addition physiological discussed. Originality/value leverages tenets health promotion model provide holistic understanding systems. It provides short long-term strategies that consider key constituents across institutions.

Language: Английский

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Food insecurity and mental health of college students in Lebanon: a cross-sectional study

Journal of Nutritional Science, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 11

Published: Jan. 1, 2022

The present study aimed to assess the prevalence of food insecurity (FI) among college students and explore its association with indicators mental psychosocial health. Data were collected using a cross-sectional online survey from in different universities Lebanon during Spring 2021 semester. FI was assessed validated eight-item experience scale. health screening tools for depression, anxiety well-being, namely Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9), General Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) World Organization (WHO-5) index, respectively. Multiple linear regression models conducted relationship PHQ-9, GAD-7 WHO-5 scores. A total 745 completed survey. Approximately 39 % sample experiencing which 27·4, 8·1, 3·5 mild, moderate severe , Low maternal education, low household monthly income high levels stress significant correlates (P-trend < 0·001). In addition, 22·6 34·4 showed symptoms depression anxiety, Regression that associated higher scores on PHQ-9 (β = 2·45; 95 CI [1·41, 3·49]) 1·4; [1·1, 2·2], respectively) lower -4·84; [-8·2, -1·5]). conclusion, remarkable proportion reported forms FI, poorer well-being outcomes. Public programmes interventions are needed mitigate improve student health-related

Language: Английский

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Psychological Distress and Food Insecurity among International Students at a Hungarian University: A Post-Pandemic Survey

Nutrients, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 16(2), P. 241 - 241

Published: Jan. 12, 2024

The aim of the present study was two-fold: Firstly, to estimate prevalence psychological distress among international students at a Hungarian university two years after COVID-19 outbreak; and secondly, identify its demographic socioeconomic factors, with special regard students' food-security status. A cross-sectional using self-administered questionnaire carried out from 27 March 3 July 2022 University Debrecen. included information on characteristics, status (six-item United States Department Agriculture Food Security Survey Module (USDA-FSSM)), (Depression, Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS-21)). Bivariate analysis conducted examine potential associations between demographic/socioeconomic factors distress. Additionally, multiple logistic regression employed further analyze these associations. Of 398 participants, 42.2%, 48.7%, 29.4% reported mild extremely severe depression, anxiety, stress, respectively. ages 18-24 (AOR = 2.619; 95% CI: 1.206-5.689) 25-29 2.663; 1.159-6.119), reporting low perception health 1.726; 1.081-2.755), being food insecure 1.984; 1.274-3.090) were significantly associated depressive symptoms. Being female 1.674; 1.090-2.571), 1.736; 1.098-2.744), 2.047; 1.327-3.157) anxiety Furthermore, 1.702; 1.026-2.824)), living roommates 1.977; 1.075-3.635), 2.840; 1.678-4.807), 2.295; CI:1.398-3.767) symptoms stress. Psychosocial programs combined strategies alleviate insecurity are required enhance mental well-being.

Language: Английский

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