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Energy contribution of NOVA food groups and socio-demographic
determinants of ultra-processed groups in Kuala Nerus, Terengganu
population
Wan Syakirah Alia Binti Wan Md Seberi
Supervisor: Dr Asma’ Binti Ali
Bachelor of Food Science (Food Service and Nutrition)
School of Food Science and Technology
Ultra-processed foods are ready-to-consume products that are made entirely or mostly
from substances extracted and derived from food constituents or synthesized based on
organic materials. The needs to have more study done on consumption of ultra-processed
foods and its contribution to non-communicable disease (NCD) has been highlighted in
the Nutrition Research Priorities in Malaysia for 11th Malaysia Plan. However, until now,
none has been done in regards to the socio-demographic determinants of ultra-processed
groups. Therefore, this study aims to determine the energy contribution of ultraprocessed
foods of adults in Kuala Nerus based on NOVA food classification via Food
Frequency Questionnaire. This study will determine the association between energy
contributions of ultra-processed foods with socio-demographic characteristics among
adults in Kuala Nerus, Terengganu. This cross-sectional study will involve 300 adults aged
18 years and above living in Kuala Nerus. The frequency consumption of ultra-processed
foods is expected to be influenced by age, gender, monthly household income,
educational level and time consumption.
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