Awareness, Knowledge, and Attitude of Vitamin D Consumption Among Adult African Immigrants in Finland
Araya, Nigisti (2023)
2023
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2023062624316
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2023062624316
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This study explores the attitudes, awareness, and knowledge regarding vitamin D consumption among adult African immigrants in Finland. The study aims to examine the status of attitudes towards vitamin D consumption, evaluate the level of awareness concerning its importance, and assess the knowledge regarding vitamin D deficiency among African immigrants in Finland. The theoretical framework revolves around vitamin D, and the research methodology is qualitative, utilising thematic analysis. The data is collected using an open-ended questionnaire and face-to-face interview method from 10 voluntary participants from a church found in Helsinki.
The results indicate that the targeted population holds a positive attitude towards vitamin D and demonstrates awareness of its significance. However, the findings also reveal a limited knowledge regarding dietary sources of vitamin D, and the information acquired by the participants is predominantly informal rather than from healthcare professionals.
The findings have implications for interventions and educational programs. Recommendations include improving knowledge about dietary sources and providing reliable information from healthcare professionals. This study contributes to understanding attitudes, awareness, and knowledge of vitamin D consumption among African immigrants, facilitating the promotion of healthier dietary choices and prevention of deficiencies within this population.
The results indicate that the targeted population holds a positive attitude towards vitamin D and demonstrates awareness of its significance. However, the findings also reveal a limited knowledge regarding dietary sources of vitamin D, and the information acquired by the participants is predominantly informal rather than from healthcare professionals.
The findings have implications for interventions and educational programs. Recommendations include improving knowledge about dietary sources and providing reliable information from healthcare professionals. This study contributes to understanding attitudes, awareness, and knowledge of vitamin D consumption among African immigrants, facilitating the promotion of healthier dietary choices and prevention of deficiencies within this population.