**Background** Dietary support among residents by nursing home nurses can enhance quality of life and mitigate risks. The extent to which this support is provided may be influenced by determinants that shape professional behaviour, such as skills, knowledge, professional role perception, emotions, attitude, …

The use of citrus fibers in the food industry has grown due to their functional, nutritional, and economic benefits. They enhance dietary fiber content, improve sensory qualities, and increase physical stability, making them suitable for various food and beverage applications. Pectin is commonly used …

Background Diet-related morbidity is high in kidney transplant recipients (KTR), but detailed dietary assessments are limited. In this study, we evaluated diet and dietary guideline adherence in KTR compared to the general population, and identified KTR-specific dietary determinants. Methods Cross-sectional …

Neighbourhood as a Biotope (Wijk als Biotoop - WaB) focuses on enhancing biodiversity in urban areas by fostering collaboration between people, nature, and technology. The project brings together 15 partners, including municipalities, nature foundations, technology companies, and diverse groups of residents, …

This research was made to determine how HZ University of Applied Sciences (further referred to as HZ) could change its catering options to be more sustainable and healthier while staying financially viable. Even though the catering has already implemented a number of sustainable measures, like sourcing …

The Food Boost Challenge (FBC) uses a community-up participatory action research approach to promote healthier eating habits among young people, aged 10–24 years old, by giving them a voice in food system change. This approach encourages turning ideas into action through collaboration with young people, …

Objective The prevalence of pregnant women adhering to a vegan or strict plant-based diet is increasing. Despite a growing interest in veganism in pregnancy, there is a paucity of research exploring the experiences and needs of women who decided to continue the vegan diet during pregnancy. This qualitative …

This report explores the environmental factors that influence food choices among adolescents in the Netherlands. Through a literature review and analysis of existing frameworks like the Theory of Planned Behaviour and the determinants of food choices, the research identifies key drivers such as economic …

Background: The adoption of mobile health (mHealth) technologies among older adults remains significantly lower than in younger populations, despite their potential to promote healthier lifestyles and mitigate age-related health risks. Objective: This study aims to explore the perspectives of retirement-age …