Significance of Food consumption
Food consumption encompasses the act of eating and drinking, playing a vital role in health across various disciplines. Ayurveda emphasizes its impact on well-being and disease prevention, while health sciences study its patterns, influences, and links to conditions like obesity and heart failure. Science focuses on measuring food intake to understand treatment effects, and other perspectives consider cultural, ethical, and spiritual dimensions, highlighting the necessity of proper food consumption for overall health.
Synonyms: Diet, Eating, Nourishment, Sustenance, Food intake, Snacking, Grazing
In Dutch: Voedselconsumptie; In Finnish: Ruoan kulutus; In Spanish: Consumo de alimento; In German: Lebensmittelkonsum
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Hindu concept of 'Food consumption'
In Hinduism, food consumption is vital for life, health, and daily routines. It involves mindful eating habits, influenced by lifestyle, Agni (digestive fire) and tradition, with guidelines for optimal health and well-being.
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) This is a factor that is affected by lifestyle and modernization, and it can lead to various health issues including malnutrition and lifestyle disorders.[1] (2) The time of first meal is often after about 2 to 3 hours from waking up, except perhaps for those who prefer a very early eating, and feeding time further gets restricted during 8.00 ante meridiem (am) to 5.00 post meridiem (pm) or so depending upon when one feels hungry during this available window of eating opportunity.[2] (3) Food consumption is addressed, with guidelines such as consuming food silently, without laughter, and with attention, and it should not be consumed in inconvenient locations or when certain conditions are present.[3] (4) This is essential for health preservation, and the food taken with discipline can be a major successful step towards a good, healthy and disease-free life, which is the ultimate goal of Ayurveda.[4] (5) This is the act of eating food, which was carefully tracked and logged by the patient using an app, to monitor and manage calorie intake during the intervention.[5]
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) The act of ingesting the listed animal fats in accordance with prescribed teachings in the Vinayas.[6]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) Food consumption is a significant factor in human health, and is essential for the continuation of all experiencing beings' daily routines, and can lead to health issues if not done properly.[7]
From: Bharadvaja-srauta-sutra
(1) Refers to the prohibition of eating food at someone's house until a specific sacrificial rite has been completed.[8]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) The act of eating or utilizing food as a necessary element for living.[9]
Jain concept of 'Food consumption'
Jainism views food consumption as a practice abstaining from meat, fish, and "unwholesome materials." The Jain diet prioritizes non-violence, and purity in food choices.
From: Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti)
(1) Food consumption implies the diet of individuals characterized mainly by eating meat, fish, and unwholesome materials.[10]
The concept of Food consumption in scientific sources
Food consumption encompasses the amount and type of food ingested, its frequency, and timing. It's influenced by factors like treatments, food quality, and education, impacting health, appetite, and metabolism across various studies and populations.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This is reduced by SE, decreasing appetite in obese rats, according to the text provided.[11] (2) Food consumption refers to the act of eating and drinking, and the study analyzes the patterns of food consumption, including the types and frequency of foods eaten, particularly focusing on breakfast and RTECs.[12] (3) This refers to the act of eating or drinking, and the text presents that urban Malaysians have been reported to consume higher calories and fat compared to those in rural areas.[13] (4) This refers to the intake of food, and studies have explored the impact of nutrition education on this aspect, particularly in children.[14] (5) Food consumption is highlighted as a factor related to sarcopenia, and the importance of consuming good quality natural food for improvement in sarcopenia is determined.[15]
From: Journal of Public Health in Africa
(1) The act of eating or drinking food, which is a critical factor in managing health conditions like hypertension and heart failure, as dietary choices, particularly sodium intake, significantly impact these conditions.[16] (2) The study aims to influence food consumption habits and mercury awareness among elementary school students, suggesting a connection between nutrition education and dietary choices.[17] (3) The 9-item Household Food Insecurity Access Scale (HFIAS) was used to gather information on adequacy of food availability and consumption, according to the provided text.[18] (4) The act of eating food, which can expose individuals to pesticide residues if present, potentially leading to health issues over time.[19]
From: African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine
(1) The act of eating and drinking, and the study examined the patterns and amounts of different foods and beverages consumed by the participants.[20] (2) The act of eating or drinking, and the patterns of food intake within a population, which are often studied.[21] (3) The text provides data on the frequency of food consumption among nursing students, categorizing their eating habits for different food items.[22] (4) This is the act of eating food, and it is related to nutritional understanding; it can be influenced and potentially changed through education, as noted in the provided text.[23]
From: South African Family Practice
(1) This is a factor, and changes in this and decreased physical activity have been listed as causes of the increase observed in childhood obesity rates.[24] (2) The frequency of this, including sweets, chocolates, chips, cakes, biscuits, soft drinks, and others, was assessed in the study to determine the dietary habits of the students.[25]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Food consumption was observed to increase following the administration of methyl and methoxy derivatives of phencyclidine in food-deprived rats.[26] (2) Food consumption was registered daily for all animal groups, and a slight decrease was noted in groups treated with sucrose or desvenlafaxine.[27]
From: South African Journal of HIV Medicine
(1) This refers to the amount and type of food that is eaten by individuals or populations, often studied in relation to nutritional status and health outcomes, particularly in children.[28]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Food consumption refers to the amount of food an animal eats, and it is monitored to understand the impact of treatments on appetite and metabolism.[29] (2) Food consumption, including the amount and type of food given to the rabbits, was a factor considered in the study, with differences noted between groups receiving dates and standard feed.[30] (3) The amount of food ingested by an organism, which was measured in the study to assess the impact of treatments on appetite; a reduction was observed in mice treated with Coleus forskohlii.[31] (4) The amount of food an animal eats, which can be altered in diabetic states and influenced by therapeutic interventions.[32] (5) This was recorded every three days for all groups of mice to monitor their dietary intake during the experimental period.[33]
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) One of the significant problems of planet Earth is related to food production and consumption.[34]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) The amount and type of food that is ingested by a household.[35]