The state of iodine deficiency in Kyrgyzstan: Insights from studies of knowledge, attitudes and practices DOI Creative Commons

Yulia Chyngyshpaeva,

Zhokhongir Dzhaliev, Zhyparkul Derbishalieva

et al.

PLoS ONE, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 19(11), P. e0313869 - e0313869

Published: Nov. 21, 2024

Objective This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAPs) regarding iodine deficiency among population of Kyrgyzstan, with a focus on pregnant women, correlate these factors urinary concentration (UIC). Methods A cross-sectional was conducted using structured questionnaires urine sample analysis evaluate status. multistage stratified sampling method ensured representative from both urban rural areas. Descriptive statistics were used summarize demographic characteristics KAP variables, whereas chi-square tests multivariate logistic regression identify predictors outcomes. Results The included 690 participants, balanced representation mean knowledge score moderate, significant gaps in understanding deficiency. participants generally had positive attitudes toward intake but exhibited suboptimal practices, especially Pregnant women demonstrated greater fewer practical behaviors related intake. Compared higher UIC levels, indicating better nutrition. Multivariate revealed that residence, significantly influenced levels. Conclusion Despite existing iodization programs, remain intake, particularly highlights need for targeted public health interventions improve nutrition reduce burden disorders Kyrgyzstan. Enhancing education, improving accessibility affordability iodized salt, regularly monitoring status are essential strategies addressing issues.

Language: Английский

Ultra-Processed Foods and Childhood Obesity: Current evidence and perspectives DOI
Natalia G. Vallianou, Dimitris Kounatidis,

Ilektra Tzivaki

et al.

Current Nutrition Reports, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 14(1)

Published: Jan. 3, 2025

Language: Английский

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The state of iodine deficiency in Kyrgyzstan: Insights from studies of knowledge, attitudes and practices DOI Creative Commons

Yulia Chyngyshpaeva,

Zhokhongir Dzhaliev, Zhyparkul Derbishalieva

et al.

PLoS ONE, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 19(11), P. e0313869 - e0313869

Published: Nov. 21, 2024

Objective This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAPs) regarding iodine deficiency among population of Kyrgyzstan, with a focus on pregnant women, correlate these factors urinary concentration (UIC). Methods A cross-sectional was conducted using structured questionnaires urine sample analysis evaluate status. multistage stratified sampling method ensured representative from both urban rural areas. Descriptive statistics were used summarize demographic characteristics KAP variables, whereas chi-square tests multivariate logistic regression identify predictors outcomes. Results The included 690 participants, balanced representation mean knowledge score moderate, significant gaps in understanding deficiency. participants generally had positive attitudes toward intake but exhibited suboptimal practices, especially Pregnant women demonstrated greater fewer practical behaviors related intake. Compared higher UIC levels, indicating better nutrition. Multivariate revealed that residence, significantly influenced levels. Conclusion Despite existing iodization programs, remain intake, particularly highlights need for targeted public health interventions improve nutrition reduce burden disorders Kyrgyzstan. Enhancing education, improving accessibility affordability iodized salt, regularly monitoring status are essential strategies addressing issues.

Language: Английский

Citations

1