ArticleJournal of occupational medicine and toxicology (London, England)2018
Food offerings on board and dietary intake of European and Kiribati seafarers - cross-sectional data from the seafarer nutrition study.
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- Overview of oral health status and associated risk factors in maritime settings: An updated systematic review.PloS one · 2023Pooled it
- Global overview of dietary outcomes and dietary intake assessment methods in maritime settings: a systematic review.BMC public health · 2021Pooled it
- Effect of Chitooligosaccharides-Combination Fortified Noodles Intervention on Visceral Adiposity and Serum Metabolites in a High-Risk Occupational Cohort of Young Seafarers.Food science & nutrition · 2026Article
- Health promotion and options for digital health interventions on board merchant vessels.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Nutrient Intake Evidence in the Pacific: A Scoping Review of Research Coverage, Challenges, and Opportunities.Food science & nutrition · 2026Article
- Seafarers' attitudes and chances to improve the nutrition on merchant ships from the crews' and cooks' perspective.Journal of occupational medicine and toxicology (London, England) · 2024Article
- Assessment of nutrient adequacy in undergraduate students during the undertaking shipboard internship: using 12-day dietary recall through smartphone photography.BMC public health · 2023Article
- Eating behaviour and weight development of European and Asian seafarers during stay on board and at home.Journal of occupational medicine and toxicology (London, England) · 2021Article
- Online survey among maritime pilots: job-related stress and strain and the effects on their work ability.Journal of occupational medicine and toxicology (London, England) · 2021Article
- Lifestyle behaviour and prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors - a pilot study comparing Kiribati and European seafarers.BMC public health · 2019Article
- Climate change, food security and health in Kiribati: a narrative review of the literature.Global health action · 2019Review
- Employment Practices, Cost Minimization, and Their Implications for Food Provisions and Seafarers' Wellbeing on board Ships - A Qualitative Analysis.Inquiry : a journal of medical care organization, provision and financingArticle
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7 authors at 3 institutions in 2 countries.
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Abstract
backgroundOverweight and cardiovascular risk factors are a common phenomenon in seafarers. According to internal observation particularly crew members from the Pacific Island State of Kiribati are exposed to a high risk. However, in mixed crews, cultural background plays an important role, influencing food choice, and the actual risk.
methodsThe Seafarer Nutrition Study (SeaNut study) compared dietary factors in 48 Kiribati and 33 European male seafarers recruited from four merchant ships with a high level of Kiribati manning within a German shipping company. Analysis encompassed the assessment of dietary quality on board, satisfaction with prepared dishes, and individual food intake obtained from 24-h recalls in comparison with nutritional recommendations.
resultsThe overall supply of meat, fat and eggs was more than double, whereas the proportions of fruits, vegetables, dairy products and cereals were much lower than recommended. Based on the reported food choices, both groups, but notably Kiribati seafarers, did not reach reference values as to macronutrient, micronutrient and fiber intake. In addition, satisfaction with the meals served, food preferences and knowledge about a healthy diet varied markedly between Kiribati and Europeans.
conclusionsThe present analysis of the SeaNut study revealed the necessity of future health intervention programs, including the quality of the food supply as well as information about a healthy diet and adequate food selection. In mixed crews, culture-specific differences should be considered, in order to facilitate the long-term success of interventions.
trial registrationGerman Clinical Trials Registry DRKS00010819 retrospectively. Registered 18 July 2016 (www.germanctr.de).
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