P7 Flashcards
1
Q
What does FFQ stand for?
A
Food frequency questionnaire
2
Q
What is FFQ?
A
It’s a set number of questions with multiple choice answers, it is NOT open ended and it includes questions about portion size and how long food is eaten
3
Q
Advantages of FFQs
A
It can be used on large groups of people and it is quick and easy to complete.
4
Q
Disadvantages of FFQs
A
Specific foods are listed. Sometimes a food could be forgotten or missed. Eating patterns of food items are not consistent. Requires good memory.
