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Department of Nutrition and Food Sciences, University of Eastern Africa, Baraton, Kenya
Review Article
The Effect of the Abuse of Over-the-Counter Medications on the Nutritional Status of the University of Eastern Africa, Baraton Students
Author(s): Neema Dumo*
Background: Society and in turn students have a misconception towards the use of medications to enhance performance. The constant abuse of these drugs is suspected to create complications with the nutritional status of individuals. The problem is that little research is available for students in the East African region. This research aims to determine the correlation between abuse of over-the-counter medications and the nutritional status of students at the university of Eastern Africa, Baraton. The study shall assist in filling the information gap.
Methods: The aim of the study was to obtain insight on the abuse of prescription medication and the effect that it has on dietary patterns. It was a cross-sectional survey study design and was done at the university of Eastern Africa, Baraton with a population of 3124 students in total. A sample .. View More»
DOI:
10.35248/2155-9600.23.13.022