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Insights into Chinese Canadian culture: enablers and barriers for fruit and vegetable intake

Simran Gill; Debbie Lam; Natalie Choy; Anne Swann; Eric Liow; Tricia S. Tang

Frontiers in Public Health · 2024

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Summary

BackgroundFruits and vegetables (F&V) play a vital role in promoting health and preventing diseases. Numerous studies have demonstrated the association between F&V consumption and reduced risks of cardiovascular disease, cancer, and mortality. Despite the high priority of public health in promoting F&V intake, Chinese immigrants in Canada often fall below national guidelines in their consumption. Understanding the factors influencing F&V intake in this community is crucial for developing effective interventions.MethodsThis study used an applied ethnographic research approach to gain insight into the enablers and barriers that influence F&V intake among Chinese-Canadian adults in Richmond, BC. Semi-structured interviews and ‘photovoice’ group sessions

Subject
Fruit & vegetables
Source type
Peer-reviewed study
System type
Horticulture
DOI
10.3389/fpubh.2024.1349558
Catalogue ID
NRmo9rin9c-0oc
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