Nutritional knowledge and dietary practices of adults living with HIV/AIDS. A narrative review.

The project presents a narrative review examining the nutritional knowledge and dietary practices of adults living with HIV/AIDS across Africa. The review aims to synthesise existing literature on how nutritional knowledge influences dietary practices and overall nutritional status among people living with HIV/AIDS. Background: Despite advances in antiretroviral therapy, malnutrition and poor dietary practices remain significant challenges for individuals living with HIV/AIDS, contributing to disease progression., immune suppression, and reduced quality of life. understanding the relationship between nutritional knowledge and actual dietary practices is essential for designing effective nutritional interventions. Aims: To describe nutritional knowledge and dietary practices of adults living with HIV/AIDS across Africa. Objectives: the main objective is to describe nutritional knowledge of adults living with HIV/AIDS across Africa and to describe dietary practices of adults living with HIV/AIDS across Africa. Methods: A comprehensive search of major academic databases (e.g., PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, etc.) will be conducted using relevant keywords. Studies published in English will be included, published from 2015 to 2025. not more than 10 years. Narrative synthesis will be used to integrate findings thematically. Expected Outcomes This review will provide a clear overview of the current state of nutritional knowledge and dietary practices among adults living with HIV/AIDS. The findings are expected to inform healthcare providers, policymakers, and researchers working in HIV care and nutritional support programmes. Results will also be used to support the development of targeted educational interventions. Significance Improving nutritional knowledge and dietary practices can enhance treatment adherence, immune function, and overall well-being for people living with HIV/AIDS. This project contributes to the open science movement by making the review protocol, materials, and eventual findings publicly available.