Maysm N Mohamad
Biographic Data
| ID | 7550394 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Maysm N Mohamad |
| GIVEN NAMES | Maysm N |
| FAMILY NAME | Mohamad |
| SIGNATURE | MOHAMAD M N |
| AFFILIATIONS | United Arab Emirates University |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-6396-6625 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 6 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 6 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2021 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2025 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Association of the healthy eating index with overweight and obesity among children aged 4 to 9 years in the United Arab Emirates: A cross-sectional study
Background: Pediatric obesity is a growing public health concern globally and in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Understanding diet quality in relation to obesity risk is essential for developing effective interventions. The main objective of this study is to evaluate dietary quality, as measured by the Healthy Eating Index (HEI), and examine its association with overweight and obesity among children aged 4 to 9 years in the UAE. Methods: Data fo…
Physical activity, screen time, dietary habits, and health outcomes among children and adolescents in the Middle East and North Africa region: A narrative review
Food choice motivations and perceptions of healthy eating: A cross-sectional study among consumers in the UAE
The results of the current study offer valuable insights into various crucial aspects that impact the decisions of individuals' food choices. Based on distinct motivational structures identified through cluster analysis, personalised approaches can encourage healthier dietary practices. A holistic approach acknowledging emotional, economic, environmental, alongside health-related factors is vital
Use of nutrition facts panels and traffic light labelling and perceived healthiness of food: Conjoint analysis and cross-sectional survey
Purpose Nutrition labels provide a cost-effective method of conveying nutrition information to consumers. This study aimed to assess the use of nutrition facts panels, knowledge of traffic light labelling (TLL) and perceived healthiness of food items using TLL among consumers. Design/methodology/approach A web-based cross-sectional study was conducted among adults in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) (n = 1,322). TLL knowledge score was derived for …
Salt-related knowledge, attitudes and practices and their relationship with 24-h urinary sodium and potassium excretions among a group of healthy residents in the UAE: A cross-sectional study
Objective: This study aimed to measure urinary sodium and potassium as a measure of sodium and potassium intake concerning the knowledge, attitude and practice towards sodium intake among a group of healthy residents in the UAE. Design: A cross-sectional study on a sample of healthy adults in the UAE. In addition to the knowledge, attitude and practice questionnaire, sodium and potassium excretions and food records were taken. Setting: The UAE. P…
Impact of the Coronavirus Pandemic (Covid-19) Lockdown on Mental Health and Well-Being in the United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken unprecedented precautionary measures including complete lockdowns against COVID-19 to control its spread and ensure the well-being of individuals. This study investigated the impact of COVID-19 and societal lockdown measures on the mental health of adults in the UAE. A cross-sectional study was conducted using an English and Arabic online questionnaire between May and June 2020. The psychological impact was as…
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Impact of the Coronavirus Pandemic (Covid-19) Lockdown on Mental Health and Well-Being in the United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken unprecedented precautionary measures including complete lockdowns against COVID-19 to control its spread and ensure the well-being of individuals. This study investigated the impact of COVID-19 and societal lockdown measures on the mental health of adults in the UAE. A cross-sectional study was conducted using an English and Arabic online questionnaire between May and June 2020. The psychological impact was as…
Use of nutrition facts panels and traffic light labelling and perceived healthiness of food: Conjoint analysis and cross-sectional survey
Purpose Nutrition labels provide a cost-effective method of conveying nutrition information to consumers. This study aimed to assess the use of nutrition facts panels, knowledge of traffic light labelling (TLL) and perceived healthiness of food items using TLL among consumers. Design/methodology/approach A web-based cross-sectional study was conducted among adults in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) (n = 1,322). TLL knowledge score was derived for …
Salt-related knowledge, attitudes and practices and their relationship with 24-h urinary sodium and potassium excretions among a group of healthy residents in the UAE: A cross-sectional study
Objective: This study aimed to measure urinary sodium and potassium as a measure of sodium and potassium intake concerning the knowledge, attitude and practice towards sodium intake among a group of healthy residents in the UAE. Design: A cross-sectional study on a sample of healthy adults in the UAE. In addition to the knowledge, attitude and practice questionnaire, sodium and potassium excretions and food records were taken. Setting: The UAE. P…
Association of the healthy eating index with overweight and obesity among children aged 4 to 9 years in the United Arab Emirates: A cross-sectional study
Background: Pediatric obesity is a growing public health concern globally and in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Understanding diet quality in relation to obesity risk is essential for developing effective interventions. The main objective of this study is to evaluate dietary quality, as measured by the Healthy Eating Index (HEI), and examine its association with overweight and obesity among children aged 4 to 9 years in the UAE. Methods: Data fo…
Physical activity, screen time, dietary habits, and health outcomes among children and adolescents in the Middle East and North Africa region: A narrative review
Food choice motivations and perceptions of healthy eating: A cross-sectional study among consumers in the UAE
The results of the current study offer valuable insights into various crucial aspects that impact the decisions of individuals' food choices. Based on distinct motivational structures identified through cluster analysis, personalised approaches can encourage healthier dietary practices. A holistic approach acknowledging emotional, economic, environmental, alongside health-related factors is vital
Cross-sectional study (3 works) · Environmental health (3 works) · Medicine (3 works) · Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet (3 works) · Psychological intervention (3 works) · Psychology (3 works) · Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling (2 works) · Demography (2 works) · Demography (2 works) · Nutritional Studies and Diet (2 works)