Fish Consumption and Health in Households with Cardiovascular Disease
Author Information
Author(s): Pieniak Zuzanna, Verbeke Wim, Perez-Cueto Federico, Brunsø Karen, De Henauw Stefaan
Primary Institution: Ghent University
Hypothesis
Do households with a medical history of cardiovascular disease consume fish more frequently than those without?
Conclusion
Fish consumption traditions and habits, rather than a medical history of cardiovascular disease, account for large differences in fish consumption between countries.
Supporting Evidence
- Individuals from CVD+ households consumed fish more frequently in Belgium and Denmark.
- All respondents perceived fish as a very healthy and nutritious food product.
- Only Danish consumers reported higher knowledge about nutrition related to fish.
Takeaway
People who have heart problems eat fish more often than those who don't, but where they live matters more than their health history.
Methodology
A cross-sectional consumer survey was conducted in five European countries with representative household samples.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to social desirability in self-reported fish consumption and health status.
Limitations
The study relied on self-reported medical history of cardiovascular disease, which may affect the accuracy of the data.
Participant Demographics
The sample consisted of 3,652 women (76.3%) and 1,134 men (23.7%), aged 18–84.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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