Nutrition Study, in Micronesia
Murai, Mary (1954). "Nutrition Study, in Micronesia". Atoll Research Bulletin. 27: 1–239. doi:10.5479/si.00775630.27.1. ISSN 0077-5630.
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Abstract: "Nutrition Study, in Micronesia" presents a dietary analysis conducted among the Marshallese population in Majuro Village, focusing particularly on students in various schools. The study's aim was to assess the nutritional intake and compare it with National Research Council (NRC) allowances.
Key findings from the study highlight a concern with calcium and phosphorus intake where a significant portion of the 161 subjects fell below the recommended allowances: 98% were below for calcium and 95% for phosphorus intake [14]. This indicates a potential public health issue regarding bone health due to these deficiencies.
The study also detailed the dietary habits, noting specific foods such as "Pork fixed with shoyu and fried", which contribute to the dietary culture observed in the region. The analysis included dietary records from 52 female students, showing a diverse intake across different schools such as the Mission School and the Marshall Island Intermediate School [7, 9, 10].
The research further offers recommendations based on the dietary studies conducted, suggesting future improvements and interventions might be necessary to address the nutritional deficiencies observed among the subjects [13]. In terms of protein intake, 80% of the subjects exceeded the allowances, which suggests that protein consumption is adequate or even excessive for some individuals.
The study’s methodology involved a preliminary survey and residence in the community, which provided essential contextual insights into the lifestyle and dietary habits of the population studied. However, it was noted that no statistician was available to assist with the choice of methods, which could have impacted the technical accuracy of the study’s findings.
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