Insights Into Youth Nutritional Awareness And Dietary Patterns: Implications For Sustainable Social Health Strategies

Abstract

This study investigates the levels of nutritional awareness and dietary patterns among youths aged 17 to 30 and explores their implications for sustainable social health promotion. Through survey method involving 86 participants, with a self-developed questionnaire, the study assesses various dimensions of nutritional awareness and dietary habits. Findings reveal a spectrum of awareness levels among youths, with a significant proportion demonstrating limited understanding of nutritional concepts. While some youths exhibit desirable dietary patterns, a substantial portion engages inconsistently or inadequately in healthy dietary practices. Additionally, lifestyle-related health issues such as obesity, hyperlipidemia, and digestive disorders emerge as prevalent concerns. However, gender does not significantly influence nutritional awareness or dietary patterns. Importantly, a positive correlation is observed between higher levels of nutritional awareness, healthier dietary habits, and sustainable social health outcomes among youths. These findings underscore the importance of targeted interventions and comprehensive education programs to promote healthier lifestyles and mitigate the burden of lifestyle-related health issues among youths, thereby fostering sustainable social health.