Journal of Dietitians Association of Nigeria
- Publisher
- Dietitians Association of Nigeria (DAN)
- ISSN
- 2141-8209; 2635-3326
- Country
- Nigeria
- Language
- English
- Thematic area
- Medicine and Health
- Access
- Open access
About this journal
The Journal of Dietitians Association of Nigeria (JDAN) is a scholarly publication dedicated to promoting the advancement of nutrition science and dietetic practice within Nigeria and beyond. Its scope encompasses a wide array of topics relevant to the field of dietetics, including clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, food science, and nutrition education. The journal serves as a platform for disseminating cutting-edge research, innovative strategies, and critical insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the Nigerian population in relation to nutrition and food security.
Key themes explored within the JDAN include the prevention and management of malnutrition in various population groups, the development and implementation of effective nutrition interventions, the promotion of healthy eating habits, and the exploration of the social, cultural, and economic determinants of food choices and dietary practices. The journal regularly features articles that address specific nutritional issues prevalent in Nigeria, such as food insecurity, micronutrient deficiencies, and the impact of globalization on dietary patterns.
The JDAN's target audience includes registered dietitians, nutritionists, public health professionals, medical practitioners, researchers, policymakers, and students pursuing a career in nutrition. The journal aims to provide these individuals with valuable information and resources that can inform their practice, research, and advocacy efforts. It also serves as a platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration among professionals within the dietetic community in Nigeria and internationally.
The JDAN has established itself as a reputable and influential journal in the field of nutrition within Nigeria. Its publications have contributed significantly to the advancement of dietetic practice and the promotion of public health nutrition initiatives in the country. The journal has fostered a culture of scientific inquiry and innovation, inspiring researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to address pressing nutritional challenges and improve the health and well-being of the Nigerian population.
Volumes (20 articles)
Volume 14, Issue 1 (2024)
- Assessment of dietary habits, nutritional and emotional status of elderly in Mushin Local Government Area, Lagos State
- Association between micronutrient intake and cognitive performance of school-aged children attending selected private schools in Lagos State
- Dietary pattern and prevalence of malnutrition among lactating mothers and their under-five children attending primary health centres in Owo, Ondo State
Volume 13, Issue 2 (2023)
- Effect of nutrition education on serological variables of type 2 diabetes mellitus patients attending Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited Clinic Warri, Delta State Nigeria
- Effect of processing methods on the nutritional quality of Solanum aethiopicum and Colocasia esculenta leafy vegetables commonly consumed in Ebonyi State, Nigeria
- Nutrition knowledge, attitude, body composition, and dietary patterns of female undergraduate students in Owerri Metropolis
Volume 13, Issue 1 (2022)
- Association between abdominal obesity and some selected non-communicable diseases among adults in Calabar metropolis, Cross River State, Nigeria
- Body composition of women of reproductive age in urban and rural settings in Kano State
- Cardiovascular risk factors among private primary school teachers in Onitsha North Local Government Area, Anambra State
- Prevalence of hypertension and health-seeking behaviours of market women in Abia State Nigeria
- Quality assessment of bread made from whole wheat flour and beetroot powder
Volume 12, Issue 1 (2022)
- Association of skipping breakfast on nutritional status of adolescents in selected secondary schools in Opi, Nsukka local government area, Enugu State, Nigeria
- Chemical composition, sensory and microbial attributes of porridges prepared from African yam bean (Sphenostylis stenocarpa) and corn (Zea mays) flour blends
- Consumption and utilization of fruits, leaves, and seeds of cola (pachycarpa and lepidota) in two southeastern States of Nigeria
- Effect of fermentation and drying on the nutrient and antinutrient composition of yellow and white maize flours
- Nutrients and antioxidant properties of red, yellow and white onions (Allium cepa L) in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
- Nutrients and antioxidants composition of complementary foods produced from brown local rice, soybean, and tiger nut supplemented with orange-fleshed sweet potato
- Proximate compositions, amino acid profiles, and sensory evaluation of ‘okpa’ prepared and enriched with three leafy green vegetables
- Effectiveness of nutrition education intervention on maternal nutritional knowledge among women of childbearing age in Ikenne local government area of Ogun State, Nigeria
- Evaluation of the chemical composition and sensory properties of soursop (Annona muricata) and watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) fruit juices and blends