Consumption of fruits and vegetables among Peruvian adults: Analysis of a national health survey 2017-2018.

ABSTRACT: The WHO recommends consuming ≥400 g/day of fruits and vegetables daily as part of a healthy diet to prevent non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Data on fruits and vegetables intake is scarce in several countries, including Peru. However, it remains crucial to monitor policies to reduce the burden of non-communicable diseases. Cross-sectional analysis of a representative at the national level survey of Peruvian adults conducted in 2017-2018. Consumption of fruits and vegetables, stratified by socio-demographic and health-related variables, was estimated from a single 24-hour dietary recall questionnaire. Regression models were conducted to assess the potential association with low consumption of fruits and vegetables. The mean consumption of fruits and vegetables was 153.8 (95% CI: 133.4-174.

SUBMITTER: Guzman-Vilca WC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11906043 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature