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01-06-2021 | Nutrition | Research article

Value-based eating habits; exploring religio-cultural nutritional behavior norms

Authors: Ata Pourabbasi, Amin Akbari Ahangar, Sarah Nouriyengejeh

Published in: Journal of Diabetes & Metabolic Disorders | Issue 1/2021

Abstract

Purpose

Defining a standard norm is critical in nutritional cognitive-behavioral interventions. These norms can be derived from a statistical or value-based point of view. Religion and subsequent cultural values can have significant effects on social behaviors, especially on eating habits. In this study, the authors quantify the presence of religio-cultural nutritional behavior norms in Abrahamic scriptures.

Methods

Qualitative content analysis and descriptive analysis were applied to these texts to provide a better understanding of the subject.

Results

The extracted norms were categorized into nine main behavioral domains, and most of the observed value-based norms were in agreement with previous experimental researches.

Conclusion

There is strong emphasis on nutritional habits in value-based religio-cultural sources. The use of these norms in later policies and practices is advised. This approach can lead to healthier nutritional choices and a decrease in non-communicable diseases.

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Title: Value-based eating habits; exploring religio-cultural nutritional behavior norms
Authors: Ata Pourabbasi
Amin Akbari Ahangar
Sarah Nouriyengejeh
Publication date: 01-06-2021
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Keyword: Nutrition
Published in: Journal of Diabetes & Metabolic Disorders / Issue 1/2021
Electronic ISSN: 2251-6581
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s40200-021-00728-z

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