00000nam a22000004a 4500 UP-1685675941131702748 Buklod 20240321081217.0 m |o d | ta 240314s2023 xxu rm |||| u|eng d DCHE rda eng LG 993.5 2023 C58 C36 Calalo, Roberto C., Jr. author. Association of dietary phytochemical intake and the nutritional status of college students from the University of the Philippines – Diliman Roberto C. Calalo, Jr., Rondell Rey V. Cuerquis, Kate marthy S. Tuya; Asst. prof. Cecile Klaudine C. Cabigas, Msc, thesis adviser. Quezon City College of Home Economics, University of the Philippines Diliman [2023] xii, 202 leves illustrations 28 cm. text rdacontent unmediated rdamedia volume rdacarrier Thesis (Bachelor of Science in Community Nutrition) -- University of the Philippines Diliman 30 June 2023. Bibliography: pages 111-135. Thesis classification: F. Phytochemicals are non-nutritive components in plant-based food items. Intake of these compounds is linked to positive health outcomes. Currently, however, there is a need to explore the relationship between phytochemical intake and the nutritional status of Filipinos, especially university students who encounter life changes that can negatively impact their diet and, consequently, their health and nutritional status. The present study used regression analysis to determine the relationship between the dietary phytochemical index score and the nutritional status of college students (n=68) from UP Diliman. The study collected dietary data for three non-consecutive days and the BMI score of college students through online data collection strategies. Results revealed that most participants (70.59%) have a normal BMI. In contrast, the underweight and obesity classifications have the lowest frequency, each with five cases (7.35%). Also, the participants' average dietary phytochemical index (DPI) score and mean adequacy ratio (MAR) were 9.55% and 0.78, respectively. This MAR suggests that the participants met the average requirements of the six selected micronutrients. Moreover, a significant positive relationship was found between the participants' dietary phytochemical index score and the MAR. It suggests that with every increase in the DPI score, there is a 5.25 (p<0.05) increase in the likelihood of meeting the micronutrient requirements. Thus, it is suggested that incorporating phytochemical-rich foods in one's diet be increased to reduce the likelihood of micronutrient inadequacy. Furthermore, inclusion and emphasis on the importance of consuming colorful plant-based foods in nutrition education and counseling is also recommended. University of the Philippines Diliman Students Nutrition. College students Philippines Nutrition Requirements. Body mass index Philippines. Cuerquis, Rondell Rey V. author. Tuya, kate marthy S. author. Cabigas, Cecile Klaudine C. thesis adviser. Available for University of the Philippines Diliman via Digital Archives. Click here to access https://digitalarchives.upd.edu.ph/item/60301/971/AfCgIlH5BHLkCFH43D5FG6m9 FI UP UPD DCHE LG 993.5 2023 C58 C36 Thesis