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Llallahui, K., (2023). Conocimientos, actitudes y prácticas de los estudiantes de la Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia sobre el consumo de remedios caseros y suplementos dietéticos para prevenir o tratar el COVID-19 [Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia]. https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12866/15206
Llallahui, K., Conocimientos, actitudes y prácticas de los estudiantes de la Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia sobre el consumo de remedios caseros y suplementos dietéticos para prevenir o tratar el COVID-19 []. PE: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia; 2023. https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12866/15206
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title = "Conocimientos, actitudes y prácticas de los estudiantes de la Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia sobre el consumo de remedios caseros y suplementos dietéticos para prevenir o tratar el COVID-19",
author = "Llallahui Bautista, Keiko Sofia",
publisher = "Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia",
year = "2023"
}
Introduction: The infodemic during the COVID-19 pandemic has spread scientifically unproven treatments for the prevention and treatment of COVID-19, influencing the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of the exposed population, especially among young people who are the most exposed due to frequent access to networks. Furthermore, this is a topic that has not been evaluated in the country. Objective: To describe the knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding the consumption of home remedies and dietary supplements for the prevention or treatment of COVID-19 among students at a university in Lima. Materials and Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted. Undergraduate students from the Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia were recruited voluntarily through digital media to participate in an online survey measuring their knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding the consumption of home remedies and dietary supplements. The questionnaire was validated by expert judgment, and a pilot study was conducted. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Results: Among the 402 participating students, 49.25% and 49.88% were unaware of the scientific basis and potential adverse effects of dietary supplements, respectively. There was a favorable attitude toward the safety of home remedies (36.66%) and their role in strengthening immunity (41.90%), as well as toward dietary supplements (38.04%). However, there was an unfavorable attitude regarding the efficacy of home remedies (69.25%) and dietary supplements (64.09%) compared to conventional medical treatments for the prevention (49.88% for home remedies and 54.25% for dietary supplements) and cure of COVID-19 (68.75% for home remedies and 68.50% for dietary supplements). Lemon, honey, and ginger were the most consumed home remedies for the prevention and treatment of COVID-19, and the most consumed dietary supplement was vitamin C. These were consumed irregularly, and the primary source of information for their consumption was family members, friends, and/or neighbors. Conclusion: Most students lacked knowledge about the scientific basis and adverse effects of dietary supplements. Additionally, they exhibited a favorable attitude toward the safety and immunity-boosting role of home remedies, with most not using any of these products during the pandemic. These findings suggest the importance of reinforcing evidence-based education.
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