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Dietary diversity and its associations with body mass index and perceived health among adults in Palau

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By Chihiro Tsuchiya-Theorin, Akiko Iida, Christopher Kitalong, Nwe Yin Yin
| BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health Verified
Dietary diversity is widely recognised as a proxy indicator of diet quality and is typically associated with improved health outcomes such as lower body mass index (BMI) and better perceived health. Pacific Island countries, including Palau, are experiencing a rapid increase in non-communicable diseases (NCDs), mainly driven by dietary shifts and food system transitions.
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Dietary diversity and its associations with body mass index and perceived health among adults in Palau

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By Akiko Iida, Chihiro Tsuchiya-Theorin, Christopher Kitalong, Nwe Yin Yin
| BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health Verified
Discussion This study investigated the relationships among dietary diversity, food consumption and health indicators in Palauan adults. The findings revealed the complex influence of cultural background, lifestyle and social structure on dietary behaviour and health. The study found no statistically significant differences between urban and rural areas in dietary diversity score (FDSK-11), BMI or perceived health.
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