Determinants of food preparation and hygiene practices among caregivers of children under two in Western Kenya: a formative research study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Diarrhea is a leading cause of child morbidity and mortality worldwide and is linked to early childhood stunting. Food contamination from improper preparation and hygiene practices is an important transmission pathway for exposure to enteric pathogens. Understanding the barriers and facilitators to hygienic food preparation can inform interventions to improve food hygiene. We explored food preparation and hygiene determinants including food-related handwashing habits, meal preparation, cooking practices, and food storage among caregivers of children under age two in Western Kenya.

Methods

We used the Capabilities, Opportunities, and Motivations model for Behavior Change (COM-B) framework in tool development and analysis. We conducted 24 focus group discussions w

SUBMITTER: Ogutu EA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9535979 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature