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- The study explored the food experiences of Iranian mothers who migrated to Australia, focusing on their challenges in adjusting to local food practices while maintaining cultural identity.
- Interviews with seven mothers revealed themes of adapting to Australian foods, the effect of cultural identity on food choices, and conflicts arising between traditional practices and their children's preferences.
- The research emphasizes the need for dietitians and healthcare providers to recognize food acculturation stress as a significant factor influencing the health of immigrant populations.
Article Abstract
Aim: This research aimed to investigate the food acculturation experiences of Iranian mothers who have migrated to Australia.
Methods: The study used qualitative methodology to interview seven mothers with children aged 5 to 15 years, who: carried primary responsibility for family food provisioning; arrived in Australia within the last 5 years; and spoke reasonably fluent English.
Results: Seven mothers were interviewed, and the findings revealed three broad themes: (a) adjusting to foods/foodways in Australia (b) sociocultural identity and (c) children and intergenerational conflict. The study highlighted psychosocial and economic stresses associated with food acculturation for this immigrant group. The impact of food acculturation on immigrant health is intricately linked to the complex balance between maintaining traditional cultural identity and practices, while at the same time adapting to the food culture and practices of the new home.
Conclusions: Dietitians and healthcare professionals working with such immigrant groups need to consider food acculturation stress as a factor contributing to the health risks of new immigrants.
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