P071 COVID-Related Diet Changes in a Multiethnic Sample of College Students

ABSTRACT:

Background

Research suggests varied dietary impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, including an increase in meal and snack frequency. While some studies report an increase in home cooking and fresh produce consumption, others report less favorable changes in diet patterns. Limited research examines these patterns in college students.

Objective

This cross-sectional study explored self-reported changes in food intake patterns during the COVID-19 pandemic in a multiethnic sample of college students.

Study Design, Setting, and Participants

A web-based survey was administered to students enrolled in a general education introductory nutrition course during the 2020-2021 academic year. Two open-ended items were used to capture self-reported changes in food intake and drivers

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PROVIDER: S-EPMC9260003 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature