ERIC Number: EJ1328646
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2022
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Measuring University Students' Beliefs toward Healthy Snack Selection
Lambert, Laurel G.; Mann, Georgianna; Partacz, Megan; Jurss, Mariana A.
Journal of American College Health, v70 n1 p191-198 2022
Objectives: Understanding university students' beliefs toward selecting healthy snacks is important in developing effective programs targeting healthy eating behaviors. The purpose of this research was to assess students' beliefs toward healthy snack selection and consumption. Participants: In November 2017, a convenience sample of 779 undergraduate students living on campus completed an online survey. Methods: A survey was developed to measure students' beliefs about eating healthy snacks. Paired t-tests were used to compare differences in beliefs and their importance. Independent t-tests were used to compare differences in belief responses by gender. Results: Students believed that healthy snacks were good for health and assisting with weight management. However, time management, motivation, preparation needs, and poor taste were reported as barriers to selection and consumption of healthy snacks. Conclusions: Increasing students' awareness of available food preparation facilities, developing food preparation skills, and motivation for consumption of healthy-good tasting snacks may increase healthier snacking.
Descriptors: Undergraduate Students, Eating Habits, Student Attitudes, Health Behavior, Food, Body Weight, Barriers, Gender Differences, Student Characteristics, Motivation, Time Management, Environmental Influences, Social Influences, Costs, Family Influence, Peer Influence
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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