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- Food insecurity in higher education studentsPublication . Paula, Aline de; Carneiro, Beatriz; Mendes, Inês; Pacheco, Mariana; Gonçalves, Marta; Pinto, Ezequiel; Palma Mateus, MariaFood insecurity (FI) indicates a situation in which there is no regular access to food in satisfactory quantity and quality. To characterize FI in students from Portuguese higher education institutions, a study was conducted in a non-random sample of students, with an online questionnaire consisting of sociodemographic questions and the Portuguese version of the IF scale. There were 200 valid questionnaires and 27.5% of the participants were classified as having some degree of FI. Participants with FI reported fewer visits to the family’s home (p = 0.024) and less financial resources (p < 0.001). The results indicate that interventions are needed in this area.
- Perceptions of insects and algae as alternative protein sourcesPublication . Linares, Diego; Francisco, Joice; Nogueira, Lyvia; Caetano, Melissa; Pinto, Ezequiel; Palma Mateus, MariaAlgae and insects are commercially available food products that can be alternative protein sources to meat, fish, and eggs, even if consumers find them less appealing. This study analyzed the opinions of a non-random sample of Portuguese adults, using an online, self-fulfillment questionnaire. We collected valid questionnaires from 188 participants. Previous intake history was low for insectbased products (11%) but not for algae (61%). Protein bars with insect flour or algae were considered the most appealing products based on alternative protein sources. Consumer education is needed to promote insects as alternative protein sources.