Adherence to the EAT-lancet dietary pattern among older adults in Rwanda and its association with micronutrient intake.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sub-Saharan Africa is facing a dietary transition with both undernutrition and rising rates of non-communicable diseases. Adopting the reference diet proposed by the EAT-Lancet Commission can reduce both the environmental burden and improve health outcomes. However, whether this diet provides micronutrient adequacy in older adults in low-income settings has not been investigated. This study examines adherence to the EAT-Lancet diet and its association with micronutrient intake among older adults in the Gasabo district, Kigali, Rwanda.

Methods

This cross-sectional study involved 334 older adults aged 55-93 years from Kigali, Rwanda. Dietary intake was assessed using two non-consecutive 24-h recalls, and socio-demographic data were collected through interviews. Adhe

SUBMITTER: Habumugisha T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12413755 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature