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I hold a PhD from University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada, with a focus on food security among university students. Following my graduation, my research has expanded to address food security among households and individuals. This work aligns closely with the Saudi Vision 2030, as it aims to ensure sustainable and equitable access to food for all. My research endeavors are driven by a commitment to contribute to the global goal of eradicating hunger and improving nutrition, thereby fostering healthier and more resilient communities. Currently, I am exploring the dietary quality, and household food security status of students and vulnerable populations in Saudi Arabia in order to plan effective interventions that aim to improve the nutritional health of the population in the country. Also, my research focuses on community nutrition and the relationship between diet and health, aiming to improve diets to lower the risk of diseases.

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Education and qualifications (1)

University of Alberta: Edmonton, AB, CA

2012-01-01 to present | PhD candidate ( Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science (AFNS))
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Works (22)

The Association Between Perceived Stress, Dietary Intake, and Food Addiction Among Saudi Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study

Current Research in Nutrition and Food Science Journal
2025-03-25 | Journal article
Contributors: Huda Wazzan; Mahitab Hanbazaza
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Investigation of cost and availability of gluten-free food in Jeddah, KSA

Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences
2024 | Journal article
Contributors: Qashqari, Lamya; Shakweer, Dana; Alzaben, Abeer S.; Hanbazaza, Mahitab A.
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Knowledge, attitude and purchasing behavior of Saudi mothers towards food additives and dietary pattern of preschool children

PeerJ Computer Science
2024 | Journal article
Contributors: Almoabadi, Reem H.; Hanbazaza, Mahitab A.
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Despite Food Insecurity, University Students Remain Committed to Achieving Their Academic Goals: Cross-Sectional Single-Center Study in Saudi Arabia

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2024-07-04 | Journal article
Contributors: Rawan K. Kahtan; Mahitab A. Hanbazaza
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Associations between dietary intake, physical activity, and obesity among public school teachers in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Frontiers in Nutrition
2023 | Journal article
Contributors: Almoraie, Noha M. M.; Shatwan, Israa M. M.; Althaiban, Maha A. A.; Hanbazaza, Mahitab A. A.; Wazzan, Huda A. A.; Aljefree, Najlaa M. M.
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Gender differences in knowledge, attitudes, and practices with respect to type 1 diabetes among Saudi public-school teachers

BMC Public Health
2023 | Journal article
Contributors: Aljefree, Najlaa M. M.; Almoraie, Noha M. M.; Althaiban, Maha A. A.; Hanbazaza, Mahitab A. A.; Wazzan, Huda A. A.; Shatwan, Israa M. M.
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Nutritional content and quality of processed gluten-free products

International Food Research Journal
2023 | Journal article
Contributors: Al-Zaben, A. S.; Babakr, E. N.; Bajandoh, D. A.; Shatwan, I. M.; Hanbazaza, M. A.
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Predictors of Maternal Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices Toward Vitamin D Supplements in Saudi Infants and Toddlers

Maternal and Child Health Journal
2023 | Journal article
Contributors: Mumena, Walaa Abdullah; Hanbazaza, Mahitab Adly
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Food Security Status, Coping Strategies, and Health of Women's Welfare Society Beneficiaries in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: A Facility-Based Study

Ecology of Food and Nutrition
2022 | Journal article
Contributors: Hanbazaza, Mahitab A.; Mumena, Walaa A.
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Relationship Between Food Insecurity and Diabetes Among Patients in Saudi Arabia

Progress in Nutrition
2022 | Journal article
Contributors: Hanbazaza, Mahitab A.; Alzahrani, Sami H.; Makki, Ghada A.; Almihmadi, Ghalia S.; Mohammed, Nawahil A.
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The Effect of Roselle (Hibiscus) Juice on Mood Improvement in Healthy Adults

Functional Foods in Health and Diseases
2022 | Journal article
Contributors: Almoraie, Noha M.; Aljefreea, Najlaa M.; Althaiban, Maha A.; Hanbazaza, Mahitab A.; Wazzan, Huda A.; Shatwan, Israa M.
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Changes in eating habits and lifestyle during COVID-19 curfew in children in Saudi Arabia

Nutrition Research and Practice
2021 | Journal article
Contributors: Hanbazaza, Mahitab; Wazzan, Huda
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FOOD INSECURITY AMONG INTERNATIONAL POST-SECONDARY STUDENTS STUDYING ON A CANADIAN CAMPUS: A QUALITATIVE DESCRIPTIVE STUDY

Canadian Journal of Higher Education
2021 | Journal article
Contributors: Hanbazaza, Mahitab; Kebbe, Maryam; Perez, Arnaldo; Ball, Geoff D. C.; Farmer, Anna P.; Maximova, Katerina; Willows, Noreen D.
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Food security status, coping strategies, eating habits, and health conditions of Saudi Adults during COVID-19 curfew

Progress in Nutrition
2021 | Journal article
Contributors: Hanbazaza, Mahitab A.
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The influence of a gluten-free diet on health-related quality of life in individuals with celiac disease

BMC Gastroenterology
2021 | Journal article
Contributors: Al-sunaid, Fahdah F.; Al-homidi, Maha M.; Al-qahtani, Rawan M.; Al-ashwal, Reema A.; Mudhish, Ghada A.; Hanbazaza, Mahitab A.; Al-zaben, Abeer S.
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Knowledge and Practices Related to Salt Intake among Saudi Adults

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
2020 | Journal article
Contributors: Hanbazaza, Mahitab A.; Mumena, Walaa A.
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Food insecurity among postsecondary students in developed countries: A narrative review

British Food Journal
2018 | Journal article
Contributors: Lee, Sarah Dawn; Hanbazaza, Mahitab; Ball, Geoff D. C.; Farmer, Anna; Maximova, Katerina; Willows, Noreen D.
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A Comparison of Characteristics and Food Insecurity Coping Strategies between International and Domestic Postsecondary Students Using a Food Bank Located on a University Campus

Canadian Journal of Dietetic Practice and Research
2017 | Journal article
Contributors: Hanbazaza, Mahitab; Ball, Geoff D. C.; Farmer, Anna P.; Maximova, Katerina; Farahbakhsh, Jasmine; Willows, Noreen D.
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Food insecure student clients of a university-based food bank have compromised health, dietary intake and academic quality

Nutrition & Dietetics
2017 | Journal article
Contributors: Farahbakhsh, Jasmine; Hanbazaza, Mahitab; Ball, Geoff D. C.; Farmer, Anna P.; Maximova, Katerina; Willows, Noreen D.
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Filling a Need: Sociodemographic and Educational Characteristics Among Student Clients of a University-Based Campus Food Bank

Journal of Hunger and Environmental Nutrition
2016 | Journal article
Contributors: Hanbazaza, Mahitab; Ball, Geoff D. C.; Farmer, Anna; Maximova, Katerina; Willows, Noreen D.
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How do Student Clients of a University-based Food Bank Cope with Food Insecurity?

Canadian Journal of Dietetic Practice and Research
2015 | Journal article
Contributors: Farahbakhsh, Jasmine; Ball, Geoff D. C.; Farmer, Anna P.; Maximova, Katerina; Hanbazaza, Mahitab; Willows, Noreen D.
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The Impact of School Gardening on Cree Children's Knowledge and Attitudes toward Vegetables and Fruit

Canadian Journal of Dietetic Practice and Research
2015 | Journal article
Contributors: Hanbazaza, Mahitab A.; Triador, Lucila; Ball, Geoff D. C.; Farmer, Anna; Maximova, Katerina; Nation, Alexander First; Willows, Noreen D.
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Peer review (10 reviews for 4 publications/grants)

Review activity for BMC public health (2)
Review activity for BMJ nutrition, prevention & health. (1)
Review activity for Journal of American college health. (6)
Review activity for Progress in nutrition. (1)