Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Study of Functional Food Among Medical Students in the Faculties Medicine and Health Sciences, Sana’a, Yemen, 2026

Abstract

This study aimed to assess the level of awareness, knowledge, attitude, and practice toward functional foods among female university students at the University of Science and Technology (UST), as well as to explore factors associated with these domains. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 210 female students at UST. Data were collected using a structured self-administered questionnaire covering demographic characteristics, awareness, knowledge, attitude, and practices related to functional foods. Data were analyzed using appropriate statistical methods to determine frequencies, percentages, and associations.