Emerging trends in coffee consumption among university students in Béjaïa, Algeria

Fatiha Hamitri-Guerfi (1) , Mostapha Bachir-Bey (2)
(1) Abderahmane Mira University of Bejaia, Faculty of Life and Natural Science, Department of Food Science, Laboratory of Biomathematics, Biophysics, Biochemistry and Scientometrics (L3BS), 06000 Bejaia , Algeria
(2) Abderahmane Mira University of Bejaia, Faculty of Life and Natural Science, Department of Food Science, Laboratory of Applied Chemistry. Bejaia , Algeria

Abstract

Background: In Algeria, coffee consumption, being restricted to the morning and afternoon, is commonly associated with enhancing daily activities and maintaining health. However, the specific patterns of coffee consumption and related health implications within the university environment remain underexplored.


Aims: This study aimed to investigate coffee consumption patterns, including frequency, preferred preparation methods, and perceived health benefits, among university students in Algeria.


Participants and Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 254 university students aged 18 to 50. Data was collected through self-administered questionnaires distributed during lectures.


Results: The results revealed that 90.9% of the surveyed students consumed coffee regularly. Among regular coffee drinkers (81.8%), 18.2% were classified as high consumers, consuming an average of three cups per day. The majority of students (79.9%) added sugar to their coffee, with 34.6% adding two spoons and 22% adding more than two spoons.


Conclusion: Statistical analysis indicated a positive correlation between age, educational level, and coffee consumption frequency.  As individuals age and advance in their education, their reliance on coffee tends to increase. These findings highlight the significance of coffee consumption within the university environment and underline the need for further research to explore the potential health impacts of excessive coffee intake. 


 Keywords: Coffee consumption pattern, eating behavior, university students, Bejaia province.

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Fatiha Hamitri-Guerfi
fatiha.guerfi@univ-bejaia.dz (Primary Contact)
Mostapha Bachir-Bey
Hamitri-Guerfi, F., & Bachir-Bey, M. (2024). Emerging trends in coffee consumption among university students in Béjaïa, Algeria. The North African Journal of Food and Nutrition Research, 8(18). Retrieved from https://najfnr.com/home/article/view/450

Article Details

Received 2024-02-24
Accepted 2024-10-25
Published 2024-10-29

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