IJFANS International Journal of Food and Nutritional Sciences

ISSN PRINT 2319-1775 Online 2320-7876

AWARENESS AND CONSUMPTION PATTERN OF MILLETS AMONG COLLEGE GOING FEMALE STUDENTS IN BIHAR

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Dr. Shingla Prabha, Dr. Kusum Kumari, Dr. Vidisha Mishra, Dr. Shweta Priyadarshani, Dr. Sangeeta Rani, Dr. Renu Kumari

Abstract

This research paper analyses the consumption patterns and awareness of millet among young female college students. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study combines quantitative data from a survey of three hundred students with qualitative insights from focus group discussions. The survey investigates the frequency of millet consumption, the reasons for consumption or avoidance, and the level of awareness of the nutritional benefits of millet. The focus group discussions offer a more profound understanding of the students' attitudes toward millet, which includes their perceived health benefits, cultural influences, and taste preferences. The results indicate that although there is a moderate level of knowledge regarding the nutritional advantages of millet, the actual intake of millet is limited, mostly because of unfamiliarity with how to prepare it and personal taste preferences. The study emphasizes the necessity of targeted educational campaigns and enhanced accessibility to encourage the consumption of millet among young adults. These endeavours have the potential to improve the health outcomes of the student population by increasing dietary diversity.

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