Development of a regional cuisine education program for infants and guardians

2016 Fiscal Year Final Research Report

• Project/Area Number: 26750060
• Research Category: Grant-in-Aid for Young Scientists (B)
• Allocation Type: Multi-year Fund
• Research Field: Eating habits
• Research Institution: University of Nagasaki
• Principal Investigator: IWAMI MOMOE 長崎県立大学, 看護栄養学部, 講師 (90413228)
• Project Period (FY): 2014-04-01 – 2017-03-31
• Keywords: 食教育 / 郷土 / 幼児 / 保護者 / 家庭教育

Outline of Final Research Achievements

The objectives of the present study were to elucidate the appropriate methods of assisting guardians in the implementation of dietary education at home as well as creating an education program related to regional cuisine at nursery and performing evaluations following implementation of the education program. Therefore, an actual condition survey regarding the dietary environment of children was conducted on guardians. In addition, an interview survey was conducted on individuals involved at nursery. Implementation of nutrition education involving the participation of children and guardians at nursery enhanced the awareness of the importance of guardians’ recognition of regional cuisine, the passing down of traditions regarding food and taste at home, and the implementation and necessity of nutrition education for children. The results also suggested that the presence of nutritionists contributed to assistance for the dietary environment at home.

Free Research Field

栄養教育