Anna M Rangan
Biographic Data
| ID | 5560243 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Anna M Rangan |
| GIVEN NAMES | Anna M |
| FAMILY NAME | Rangan |
| SIGNATURE | RANGAN A M |
| AFFILIATIONS | The University of Sydney |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-1815-844X |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 10 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 10 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2015 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2024 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
How big is too big? A qualitative study of discretionary food portion size norms among Australian consumers
Objective: The high availability of energy-dense nutrient-poor discretionary foods in large serving and package sizes may have shifted portion size norms (described as a typical perception of how much people choose to eat from a given food at a single eating occasion) towards larger sizes. Few public health recommendations exist around appropriate discretionary food portion sizes. This qualitative study aimed to explore the underlying rationale o…
Changes in Package Sizes of Savoury Snacks through Exploration of Euromonitor and Industry Perspectives
Portion sizes of many energy-dense and nutrient-poor foods and drinks have increased in the past decade, whereas our understanding of the pattern of changes in package sizes remains limited. This study aimed to determine changing trends in sales and package sizes of savoury snacks in Australia, the USA, Japan and Hong Kong, and to investigate industry perspectives for these changes. Sales data (units per capita) between 2006−2020 on savoury snack…
Effect of using commercial pre-packaged baby foods on the Fe intake of 7–8 months old infants
Objectives: To examine the potential effect on Fe intake of 7–8 months old infants if pre-packaged baby foods (PBF) were used as the sole source of complementary foods. Design: Based on the 7-d recommended feeding plan for 7–8 months old infants in Hong Kong (moderate Fe-fortified rice cereal with home-cooked meals), twenty-four modelling scenarios were created which comprised of two milk use modes (breastmilk v. infant formula), three modes of r…
Evaluating the Nutritional Content of Children’s Breakfast Cereals in Australia
Breakfast is an important contributor to the daily dietary intake of children. This study investigated the nutritional composition of ready to eat (RTE) children’s breakfast cereals, which display fictional cartoon characters and themes, compared to other cereals available in Australia. Nutrient content claims on packaging were also examined. Data were collected from RTE breakfast cereal packages ( N = 347) from four major supermarkets in Sydney.…
Contribution of Discretionary Foods and Drinks to Australian Children’s Intake of Energy, Saturated Fat, Added Sugars and Salt
Interventions are required to reduce children's consumption of discretionary foods and drinks. To intervene we need to identify appropriate discretionary choice targets. This study aimed to determine the main discretionary choice contributors to energy and key nutrient intakes in children aged 2-18 years. Secondary analyses were performed with population weighted, single 24 h dietary recall data from the 2011-2012 National Nutrition and Physical …
Prevalence and Risk of Moderate Stunting Among a Sample of Children Aged 0–24 Months in Brunei
The fruit and vegetable intake of young Australian adults: A population perspective
Objective To examine intakes and variety of fruit and vegetables consumed by Australian young adults, also assessing differences by meal occasion and sociodemographic characteristics. Design Secondary analysis of cross-sectional 24 h recall data collected through the 2011–12 National Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey. Crude means and proportions consuming fruits and vegetables were calculated. Pearson χ 2 tests, Kruskal–Wallis analyses and l…
Discretionary food and beverage consumption and its association with demographic characteristics, weight status, and fruit and vegetable intakes in Australian adults
Objective Excessive consumption of discretionary foods/beverages in the Australian population has been identified, increasing the risk of obesity and chronic disease. The present study aimed to examine the associations between demographic, anthropometric and dietary factors and the consumption of discretionary foods, discretionary beverages and discretionary foods/beverages combined. Design Discretionary food/beverage consumption reported in two …
Exploratory analysis of meal composition in Australia: Meat and accompanying foods
Objective The study of meal patterns and overall diet in relation to health outcomes may be more important than focusing on single nutrients or food groups. The present study aimed to explore the composition of main meals and snacks in the Australian population and examine associations between meat/poultry/fish and other foods. Design The study utilised 24 h recalls. Meal composition was defined based on average intakes of food groups per meal di…
Zinc supplement use and contribution to zinc intake in Australian children
Objective The aims of the present study were to examine the Zn intake and characteristics of Zn supplement users and non-users and to survey Zn supplements that are commercially available. Design Cross-sectional national nutrition survey (2007 Australian Children’s Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey) and a review of commercially available Zn supplements. Setting Australia. Subjects Children ( n 4834) aged 2–16 years. Results Zn supplement use…
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Zinc supplement use and contribution to zinc intake in Australian children
Objective The aims of the present study were to examine the Zn intake and characteristics of Zn supplement users and non-users and to survey Zn supplements that are commercially available. Design Cross-sectional national nutrition survey (2007 Australian Children’s Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey) and a review of commercially available Zn supplements. Setting Australia. Subjects Children ( n 4834) aged 2–16 years. Results Zn supplement use…
Contribution of Discretionary Foods and Drinks to Australian Children’s Intake of Energy, Saturated Fat, Added Sugars and Salt
Interventions are required to reduce children's consumption of discretionary foods and drinks. To intervene we need to identify appropriate discretionary choice targets. This study aimed to determine the main discretionary choice contributors to energy and key nutrient intakes in children aged 2-18 years. Secondary analyses were performed with population weighted, single 24 h dietary recall data from the 2011-2012 National Nutrition and Physical …
Prevalence and Risk of Moderate Stunting Among a Sample of Children Aged 0–24 Months in Brunei
The fruit and vegetable intake of young Australian adults: A population perspective
Objective To examine intakes and variety of fruit and vegetables consumed by Australian young adults, also assessing differences by meal occasion and sociodemographic characteristics. Design Secondary analysis of cross-sectional 24 h recall data collected through the 2011–12 National Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey. Crude means and proportions consuming fruits and vegetables were calculated. Pearson χ 2 tests, Kruskal–Wallis analyses and l…
Discretionary food and beverage consumption and its association with demographic characteristics, weight status, and fruit and vegetable intakes in Australian adults
Objective Excessive consumption of discretionary foods/beverages in the Australian population has been identified, increasing the risk of obesity and chronic disease. The present study aimed to examine the associations between demographic, anthropometric and dietary factors and the consumption of discretionary foods, discretionary beverages and discretionary foods/beverages combined. Design Discretionary food/beverage consumption reported in two …
Exploratory analysis of meal composition in Australia: Meat and accompanying foods
Objective The study of meal patterns and overall diet in relation to health outcomes may be more important than focusing on single nutrients or food groups. The present study aimed to explore the composition of main meals and snacks in the Australian population and examine associations between meat/poultry/fish and other foods. Design The study utilised 24 h recalls. Meal composition was defined based on average intakes of food groups per meal di…
Evaluating the Nutritional Content of Children’s Breakfast Cereals in Australia
Breakfast is an important contributor to the daily dietary intake of children. This study investigated the nutritional composition of ready to eat (RTE) children’s breakfast cereals, which display fictional cartoon characters and themes, compared to other cereals available in Australia. Nutrient content claims on packaging were also examined. Data were collected from RTE breakfast cereal packages ( N = 347) from four major supermarkets in Sydney.…
Effect of using commercial pre-packaged baby foods on the Fe intake of 7–8 months old infants
Objectives: To examine the potential effect on Fe intake of 7–8 months old infants if pre-packaged baby foods (PBF) were used as the sole source of complementary foods. Design: Based on the 7-d recommended feeding plan for 7–8 months old infants in Hong Kong (moderate Fe-fortified rice cereal with home-cooked meals), twenty-four modelling scenarios were created which comprised of two milk use modes (breastmilk v. infant formula), three modes of r…
Changes in Package Sizes of Savoury Snacks through Exploration of Euromonitor and Industry Perspectives
Portion sizes of many energy-dense and nutrient-poor foods and drinks have increased in the past decade, whereas our understanding of the pattern of changes in package sizes remains limited. This study aimed to determine changing trends in sales and package sizes of savoury snacks in Australia, the USA, Japan and Hong Kong, and to investigate industry perspectives for these changes. Sales data (units per capita) between 2006−2020 on savoury snack…
How big is too big? A qualitative study of discretionary food portion size norms among Australian consumers
Objective: The high availability of energy-dense nutrient-poor discretionary foods in large serving and package sizes may have shifted portion size norms (described as a typical perception of how much people choose to eat from a given food at a single eating occasion) towards larger sizes. Few public health recommendations exist around appropriate discretionary food portion sizes. This qualitative study aimed to explore the underlying rationale o…
Medicine (10 works) · Environmental health (8 works) · Nutritional Studies and Diet (7 works) · Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet (7 works) · Food Science (6 works) · Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling (5 works) · Biology (3 works) · Business (3 works) · Child Nutrition and Water Access (3 works) · Demography (3 works)