Exploring challenges and demands of practising healthy eating in young adults: a qualitative study

Nur Amira Najwa Mohd Nor; Nazrul Hadi Ismail; Syahrul Bariah Abdul Hamid; Al Mukhlas Fikri

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v9i30.6214

Authors

Nur Amira Najwa Mohd Nor Centre for Dietetics Studies, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia
Nazrul Hadi Ismail Universiti Teknologi MARA
Syahrul Bariah Abdul Hamid Centre for Dietetics Studies, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia; Maternal, Infant & Young Child Nutrition Research Group (MiCHILD), Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia
Al Mukhlas Fikri Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Singaperbangsa Karawang, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v9i30.6214

Keywords:

Challenges, demands, healthy eating, Young Adults

Abstract

Transitioning from adolescence to adulthood for individuals aged 18 to 29 involves challenges and demands. This research explores the key challenges and needs of the lived experiences of young adults aged 18 to 29 in practising healthy eating. A qualitative research methodology was employed, using a phenomenological approach to investigate personal and subjective experiences. The study revealed five focused topics and 20 themes clustered into thirteen information categories reflecting their challenges and demands. It highlights knowledge of healthy eating practices among young adults and the need for targeted support systems and interventions to assist young adults in managing these challenges.

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