USING POSITIVE DEVIANCE BY MICRONUTRIENT STATUS TO IDENTIFY DIFFERENCES IN FOOD BEHAVIORS IN WOMEN OF REPRODUCTIVE AGE IN GHANA.

Carissa Noel Heine

This study used the "Positive Deviance" approach to assess lifestyle and food behavior differences in reproductive-age Ghanaian women based on micronutrient and health status. Quantitative and qualitative data were used. The study found that consumption of turkey berry (high in iron), ownership of home and agricultural land, and exposure to the healthcare system were higher among the positive deviants (healthiest women), while consumption of starchy foods and sugary drinks were higher among negative deviants.

Major: 
Nutritional Sciences
Exhibition Category: 
Health and Life Sciences
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
University Park
Faculty Sponsor: 
Dr. Alison Gernand
Poster Number: 
231