Key result
Food insecurity linked to lower daily intake of protein, fiber, magnesium, and vitamin C.
Why the study?
Food insecurity affects up to 40% of U.S. college students and may negatively impact nutrient intake critical for cardiovascular and metabolic health.
Is food insecurity associated with lower nutrient intake in college students?
Observational (n=349)
No
Is food insecurity associated with lower nutrient intake in college students?
Effect estimate: Protein β=-0.11, Fiber β=-0.14, Mg β=-0.12, Vitamin C β=-0.12
p-value: p=0.04, p=0.01, p=0.03, p=0.03 respectively
Food insecurity in college students is associated with lower intake of key nutrients like protein, fiber, magnesium, and vitamin C, which may negatively impact cardiovascular and metabolic health.
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Martinez et al. (2026) conducted an observational in Food insecurity (n=349). Food insecurity vs. Food security was evaluated on Average daily nutrient intake (Protein β=-0.11, Fiber β=-0.14, Mg β=-0.12, Vitamin C β=-0.12, p=p=0.04, p=0.01, p=0.03, p=0.03 respectively). Food insecurity among college students was associated with lower daily intakes of protein (β=-0.11, p=0.04), fiber (β=-0.14, p=0.01), magnesium (β=-0.12, p=0.03), and vitamin C (β=-0.12, p=0.03).
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