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ArticlePreventive medicine reports2025

Healthy food choices in Morocco: A survey on knowledge, attitudes, and practices.

Morad Kaddouri, Omar Ait El Alia, Mohamed Bouhrim, Mohammed Al-Zharani, Fahd A Nasr, Ashraf Ahmed Qurtam, Said Ihbour, Khalid Boutoial

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Morad KaddouriLaboratory of the Engineering and Applied Technologies, Higher School of Technology, Sultan Moulay Slimane University, Beni Mellal 23000, Morocco.
Omar Ait El AliaLaboratory of the Engineering and Applied Technologies, Higher School of Technology, Sultan Moulay Slimane University, Beni Mellal 23000, Morocco.
Mohamed BouhrimLaboratoires TBC, Laboratory of Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, and Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical and Biological Sciences, P.O. Box 83, F-59000 Lille, France.
Mohammed Al-ZharaniBiology Department, College of Science, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU), Riyadh 11623, Saudi Arabia.
Fahd A NasrBiology Department, College of Science, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU), Riyadh 11623, Saudi Arabia.
Ashraf Ahmed QurtamBiology Department, College of Science, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU), Riyadh 11623, Saudi Arabia.
Said IhbourResearch Team in Sports Sciences, Institute of Sports Sciences, Hassan I University, Settat, Morocco.
Khalid BoutoialLaboratory of the Engineering and Applied Technologies, Higher School of Technology, Sultan Moulay Slimane University, Beni Mellal 23000, Morocco.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Objectives: Understanding the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) that shape adult eating behaviors is essential for improving nutrition outcomes. This study addresses this need by examining these factors among Moroccan adults-an area often overlooked in research that has primarily focused on nutrient and energy intake. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was conducted from October 2024 to January 2025 across all the 12 Moroccan regions. A 38-item KAP questionnaire (validated via back-translation, Cronbach's alpha >0.7) was completed by one thousand thirty-five adults. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, analysis of variance, and multiple regression. Results: Participants showed good knowledge (mean score: 4.46/7 ± 1.2), positive attitudes (6.32/8 ± 1.23), and moderate practices (25.83/44 ± 4.69). Women, urban residents, and higher-income groups scored significantly higher ( Conclusions: Despite adequate knowledge, practices lagged, particularly in rural and lower-income groups. Tailored nutrition education and policies addressing socioeconomic disparities may be warranted.

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Healthy dietHealthy food choicesHealthy policiesKnowledge–attitude–practice approachMorocco

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PMID40895335
PMCPMC12391739

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