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Bazrafshan M, Barghi O, Mansouri A, modarresi M, Masmouei B. Policy insights into nutritional decision-making in individuals with metabolic syndrome: Implications for food labeling and dietary choices. PCNM 2025; 15 (3)
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Mohammad-Rafi Bazrafshan 
, Omid Barghi , Amir Mansouri , MohammadJavad Modarresi , Behnam Masmouei *
, Omid Barghi , Amir Mansouri , MohammadJavad Modarresi , Behnam Masmouei *
School of Nursing Hazrat Zahra (P.B.U.H) Abadeh, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran. , behnam.masmouei@gmail.com
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Background: Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of metabolic risk factors associated with a multitude of determinants, including genetics, insulin resistance, adverse lifestyle habits, sleep disturbances, chronic inflammation, fetal and neonatal complications, circadian rhythm disruptions, obesity, and dietary patterns.
Objectives: This qualitative study aimed to explore the determinants of food choices among individuals diagnosed with metabolic syndrome.
Methods: Data were collected using a qualitative design and semi-structured interviews. Participants were recruited through purposive sampling from community health centers in the cities of Lar, Evaz, and Gerash. The sample consisted of 21 individuals (13 females and 8 males) with a confirmed diagnosis of metabolic syndrome, with a mean age of 40.29 years (SD = 18.41).
Results: The analysis identified several key themes influencing food selection: considerations of nutritional value, the influence of taste and food appearance, conflicts regarding family dietary habits, the impact of media, dietary modifications driven by disease diagnosis, and awareness of processed foods. Participants highlighted the significance of nutritional information and expressed concerns about the accuracy of food labels.
Conclusions: The findings underscore the complex interplay of factors shaping the dietary decisions of individuals with metabolic syndrome. Key implications for practice include educating this population on how to interpret food labels accurately and promoting healthier food options. Furthermore, ensuring the veracity of food labeling is critical, as it can empower individuals to make informed dietary choices, thereby potentially mitigating the prevalence and burden of metabolic syndrome.
Objectives: This qualitative study aimed to explore the determinants of food choices among individuals diagnosed with metabolic syndrome.
Methods: Data were collected using a qualitative design and semi-structured interviews. Participants were recruited through purposive sampling from community health centers in the cities of Lar, Evaz, and Gerash. The sample consisted of 21 individuals (13 females and 8 males) with a confirmed diagnosis of metabolic syndrome, with a mean age of 40.29 years (SD = 18.41).
Results: The analysis identified several key themes influencing food selection: considerations of nutritional value, the influence of taste and food appearance, conflicts regarding family dietary habits, the impact of media, dietary modifications driven by disease diagnosis, and awareness of processed foods. Participants highlighted the significance of nutritional information and expressed concerns about the accuracy of food labels.
Conclusions: The findings underscore the complex interplay of factors shaping the dietary decisions of individuals with metabolic syndrome. Key implications for practice include educating this population on how to interpret food labels accurately and promoting healthier food options. Furthermore, ensuring the veracity of food labeling is critical, as it can empower individuals to make informed dietary choices, thereby potentially mitigating the prevalence and burden of metabolic syndrome.
Keywords: Metabolic Syndrome, Food Labeling, Nutritional Decision-Making, Qualitative Study, Policy Brief
Type of Study: Orginal research |
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Nursing
Received: 2025/10/6 | Accepted: 2025/12/1 | Published: 2025/12/1
Received: 2025/10/6 | Accepted: 2025/12/1 | Published: 2025/12/1
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