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Evaluation of the Recognition and Intake of Trans Fat by Middle School Students in the Ulsan Area  

Jeong, Eun-Young (Dept. of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Ulsan)
Park, Sun-Byeong (Dept. of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Ulsan)
Seo, Ok-Jin (Dept. of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Ulsan)
Song, Jae-Chul (Dept. of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Ulsan)
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The Korean Journal of Food And Nutrition / v.22, no.3, 2009 , pp. 409-415 More about this Journal
Abstract
This study was conducted to determine how well middle school students in the Ulsan area recognize trans fat and the amount of these compounds that they consume in their daily life. Students who recognized trans fat well could also identify trans fat contents on the nutrition label. However, recognition of trans fat was not associated with its intake. Students who thought it was necessary to learn about trans fat in school showed a tendency to consume less trans fat or to make more efforts to reduce its intake. Additionally, a preference for snacks had a significant influence on recognition and intake of trans fat. The overall, the following conclusions could be drawn from this study: 1) It is necessary for continuous efforts to teach students how to take snacks correctly and help them form good dietary habits both at home and school. 2) Both development of basic educational materials and the systematic education about trans fat at home and school are urgently needed to instill good dietary habits regarding trans fat. 3) It is highly recommended that the school meal service should take students' preferences into consideration and provide them with good nutrition and a balanced diet, and efforts should be made to contribute to the formation of good dietary habits.
Keywords
trans fat; recognition; dietary behavior; middle school students;
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