scholarly journals Consumers' knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding Front-of-package (FOP) labels at the point of purchase

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samira Pourmoradian ◽  
Mohammad Kermanshahi ◽  
Mahsa Chaeipeima ◽  
Tohid Farazkhah ◽  
Arezoo Roudsari
Keyword(s):  
Food Additives ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Food Prices ◽  
Food Labeling ◽  
Food Labels ◽  
Food Label ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Effective Measure ◽  
Promotion Policies ◽  
Point Of Purchase

Abstract Background: Food labeling is one of the information promotion policies designed to support necessary information of the products that consumer purchase. However, food labeling giving incentives to the food industry to reformulate their products with healthier nutrients. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted as a point-of-purchase survey on 550 shoppers in chain stores in Tabriz, Iran. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire that assessed the respondents' knowledge, perception, and behaviors towards the information on food labels. Results: The results showed that 91.8% of the consumers had knowledge about food label information. Among all the nutritional information included on food labels, the participants were most aware of the information about the calories and fat content of the foods. Most of the respondents (84.7%) paid attention to food labels to observe the expiration and production dates, 51.6% were looking at food prices in food labels, and only 8.7% of the participants read food labels to obtain information about the food additives and artificial color contents. Conclusion: Our study suggests that food labeling could be an effective measure in health policy when the consumers' nutrition knowledge and awareness regarding how to use and interpret the information on food labels increases.

Highlights on the Labels of Packaged Foods Sold in Jordanian Market from A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 770-782
Author(s):  
Narmeen J. Al-Awwad ◽  
Hiba F. Al-Sayyed ◽  
Hamzah Safi ◽  
Salma M. Al-Bosta ◽  
Summer Al-Zawawi
Keyword(s):  
Drug Administration ◽  
Food And Drug Administration ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Food Labels ◽  
Trans Fat ◽  
Food Label ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Added Sugars ◽  
Packaged Foods

Jordan has adapted a strategy to prevent chronic diseases. Accordingly, Ministry of Health is looking for controlling food labeling particularly food fat, trans-fat, and caloric content. This study aimed to screen the food label of products that are sold in Jordanian market in terms of serving size, energy, macronutrient, fiber, total and added sugars, saturated and trans fat, cholesterol, dietary fiber, and micronutrient contents. A cross-sectional study was performed to screen the food label for the food products based on the standards of The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations of 2016 and Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA). Generally, food labels were not clear. The screened products were compliant with JFDA standards and not in compliance with some FDA standards. In addition, many products were found to be sources of added sugars, Na, and saturated fats. Stakeholders and legislators are called to focus on developing new laws, regulations, and polices for developing food label. Food manufacturers are needed to work hardly on developing informative, clear, easy-to-understand, and attractive food labels. The legislators of food label policies are called to look for ways to indicate the presence of high amounts of dietary risk factors such as sugars, added sugars, Na, saturated, and trans fats in packaged foods.

scholarly journals Perbedaan Pengetahuan dan Perilaku Membaca Label Pangan Antara Mahasiswa Prodi Gizi dan Non Gizi Di Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan Baiturrahim Jambi

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 225
Author(s):  
Afriza Riyanti ◽  
Dini Junita ◽  
Elvin Rosalina
Keyword(s):  
Food Packaging ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Food Labels ◽  
Food Label ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Label Information ◽  
Nutrition Messages ◽  
Packaged Food ◽  
And Behavior

The behavior of reading food labels is one of the Balanced Nutrition Messages. How to find out the safety of packaged food to be purchased by looking at food labels, but awareness of the importance of reading labels is still low. Nutrition students at STIKes Baiturrahim obtained courses related to food labeling and to make conclusions about the extent to which nutrition students understand and practice food labels, then a comparison group was made of non-nutrition students. The aim of this study was to found the differences in knowledge and behavior in reading food labels between nutrition and non-nutrition students at STIKes Baiturrahim.This study used a cross sectional study design that was conducted at STIKes Baiturrahim Jambi in May 2019. The research respondents were final year students at STIKes Baiturrahim from a group of 70 nutrition and non-nutrition students with a purposive sampling technique. Data collection uses a questionnaire about knowledge about food labels and food label reading behavior. Data were then analyzed using the Mann Whitney test for food label knowledge and the Independent Sample t-test for reading food label behavior. The results showed that there were no differences in knowledge and behavior in reading food labels between nutrition and non-nutrition students with p-values of each variable 0,203 and 0,554. For further research, it can be continued with the same or different variables by taking a variable on one of the food label information that is on food packaging with a more in-depth research method (qualitative).

scholarly journals Use of food label information by urban consumers in India – a study among supermarket shoppers

2013 ◽  
Vol 17 (9) ◽  
pp. 2104-2114 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sudershan R Vemula ◽  
SubbaRao M Gavaravarapu ◽  
Vishnu Vardhana Rao Mendu ◽  
Pulkit Mathur ◽  
Laxmaiah Avula
Keyword(s):  
Age Groups ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sampling Procedure ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Nutrition Information ◽  
Food Labels ◽  
Food Label ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Packaged Foods

AbstractObjectiveTo study consumer knowledge and use of food labels.DesignA cross-sectional study employing both quantitative and qualitative methods. Intercept interviews were conducted with 1832 consumers at supermarket sites selected using a stratified random sampling procedure. This information was triangulated with twenty-one focus group discussions.SettingNew Delhi and Hyderabad, two metro-cities from north and south India.SubjectsAdolescent (10–19 years), adult (20–59 years) and elderly (≥60 years) consumers.ResultsWhile the national urban literacy rate is 84 %, about 99 % of the study participants were educated. About 45 % reported that they buy pre-packaged foods once weekly and about a fifth buy them every day. Taste, quality, convenience and ease of use are the main reasons for buying pre-packaged foods. Although 90 % of consumers across the age groups read food labels, the majority (81 %) looked only for the manufacturing date or expiry/best before date. Of those who read labels, only a third checked nutrition information and ingredients. Nutrient information on labels was not often read because most consumers either lacked nutrition knowledge or found the information too technical to understand. About 60 % read quality symbols. A positive association was found between education level and checking various aspects of food labels. Women and girls concerned about ‘fat’ and ‘sugar’ intake read the nutrition facts panel.ConclusionsThe intention of promoting healthy food choices through use of food labels is not being completely met. Since a majority of people found it difficult to comprehend nutrition information, there is a need to take up educational activities and/or introduce new forms of labelling.

scholarly journals Consumer Knowledge about Food Labeling and Fraud

Foods ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 1095
Author(s):  
Maria João Moreira ◽  
Juan García-Díez ◽  
José M. M. M. de Almeida ◽  
Cristina Saraiva
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Meat Products ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Food Composition ◽  
Food Labeling ◽  
Consumer Knowledge ◽  
Food Labels ◽  
Food Label ◽  
Food Fraud ◽  
Different Types

Food fraud is a growing problem and happens in many ways including mislabelling. Since lack of consumers’ knowledge about mandatory food labeling information and different types of food fraud may impact public health, the present work assesses consumers’ knowledge about these issues. Principal component analysis was performed to obtain a smaller number of uncorrelated factors regarding the usefulness and confidence of information displayed in food labels and the perception of food fraud. Results indicated that information displayed in food labels is useful, however the way it is presented may decrease consumer interest and understanding. Regarding respondents’ confidence in foodstuffs, over half of them stated that information provided in food labels is reliable. However, a lack of confidence about food composition is observed in those processed foodstuffs such as meat products. Food fraud is recognized by more than half of respondents with a higher perception of those practices that imply a risk to public health than those related to economic motivation. Age and education of consumers influenced the perception of the information displayed in the food labels, their confidence and knowledge about food fraud. Implementation of education programs to increase consumer knowledge about food labelling and fraud is essential. Respondents’ perception results could be use as guidelines by the food industry to improve food label design in order to enhance consumer understanding.

Can we reduce psychosomatic symptoms and work presenteeism with physical activity?

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Andreja Petrovčič ◽  
Vanja Erčulj ◽  
Eva Boštjančič
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Lower Percentage ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Effective Measure ◽  
Psychosomatic Symptoms ◽  
General Evaluation ◽  
Patient Health ◽  
The Relationship

BACKGROUND: Past studies have tended to consider the relationships between presenteeism, physical activity and psychosomatic symptoms in a partial manner and not as a whole. OBJECTIVE: This cross-sectional study investigated the relationship between physical activity, psychosomatic symptoms and presenteeism, in order to increase the visibility of presenteeism and promote workplace health. METHODS: Two questionnaires (Patient Health Questionnaire and Work Limitations Questionnaire) and a set of physical activity questions were administered on the sample of 514 employees. RESULTS: The results showed a statistically significant relationship between presenteeism and some variables of physical activity, as well as between presenteeism and psychosomatic symptoms. Further results showed a statistically significant association between psychosomatic symptoms and some variables of physical activity. General evaluation (adequacy) of physical activity, and general, aerobic physical activity proved to be important predictors of presenteeism, while general, aerobic physical activity also predicted psychosomatic symptoms. Analysis of the results revealed that psychosomatic symptoms moderate the relationship between physical activity and presenteeism. CONCLUSIONS: The article points out that employees with health problems have a lower percentage of productive time than healthy employees. However, developing an active lifestyle can be a cost-effective measure to cope with presenteeism and promote psychophysical health among employees.

scholarly journals Comparison of food and beverage products’ availability, variety, price and quality in German and US supermarkets

2020 ◽  
Vol 23 (18) ◽  
pp. 3387-3393
Author(s):  
Nanette Stroebele-Benschop ◽  
Kerstin Wolf ◽  
Katharine Palmer ◽  
Casey J Kelley ◽  
Stephanie B Jilcott Pitts
Keyword(s):  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Food Products ◽  
High Energy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Food Prices ◽  
General Tendency ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
The Usa ◽  
The Impact

AbstractObjective:To assess availability, variety, price and quality of different food products in a convenience sample of supermarkets in Germany and the USA.Design:Cross-sectional study using an adapted version of the Bridging the Gap Food Store Observation Form.Setting:Information on availability, quality, price and variety of selected food products in eight German and seven US supermarkets (discount and full service) was obtained and compared by country.Results:A general tendency for lower prices of fruits and vegetables in Germany was observed, while produce quality and variety did not seem to differ between countries, with the exception of the variety of some vegetables such as tomatoes. Chips and cereals did not differ significantly in variety nor price. In both countries, high energy-dense foods were lower in energy costs than lower energy-dense foods.Conclusions:The influence of food prices and availability on consumption should be further explored, including the impact of country differences.

scholarly journals Trends in the use of gluten-free claims on Canadian food labels between 2013–2017 and assessment of their nutritional quality

2020 ◽  
Vol 79 (OCE2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Beatriz Franco-Arellano ◽  
Gabriel B. Tjong ◽  
Mary R. L'Abbé
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Quality ◽  
Meat Products ◽  
Saturated Fat ◽  
Nutritional Composition ◽  
Gluten Free ◽  
Food Labels ◽  
Food Label ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Food Category ◽  
Cross Sectional

AbstractGluten-free claims (GFC) on food labels are becoming popular despite the fact that 1% and 6% of the population have celiac disorder or gluten sensitivity, respectively. A previous Canadian study found that GFC were displayed on 8% of food labels; however, certain food categories (e.g., snacks, meat products) were among the ones carrying most GFC. This study aimed to assess trends in the use of GFC on Canadian food labels in top food categories carrying GFC from 2013 to 2017 and to determine the nutritional quality between products with and without GFC.This study was a repeated cross-sectional analysis of the University of Toronto Food Label Information Program 2013–2017. GFC were identified by systematically reviewing the photographs of food labels (n = 9,179) in seven food categories previously identified as carrying larger proportions of GFC: 1) desserts; 2) desserts toppings and fillings; 3) meat products; 4) nuts and seeds; 5) sauces and dips; 6) snacks; and 7) soups. GFC were coded as present, if a gluten-free declaration or symbol was made on package, otherwise products were coded as claim absent. Proportions of products displaying GFC were calculated overall and by food category. Mean contents of saturated fat (g per 100g/ml), sodium (mg per 100g/ml) and sugar (g per 100g/ml) were calculated for products with and without GFC. Chi-square and Mann-Whitney-Wilcoxon tested differences in proportions and mean contents of those nutrients between years.Results showed that among these categories, GFC have significantly increased from 11% in 2013 to 23% in 2017 (p < 0.001). At a category level, snacks had the greatest increase of GFC as their prevalence doubled (15% to 33%, p < 0.001), followed by nuts and seeds (12% to 27%, p < 0.001) and meat products (15% to 28%, p < 0.001), respectively for 2013 and 2017. The proportion of GFC in dessert toppings and fillings remained constant (16% in 2013 and 14% in 2017, p = 0.74). When the nutritional composition was examined, results were mixed: in dessert toppings and filling, meat products and, nuts and seeds, products with GFC had higher contents of saturated fat, sodium and sugar in comparison to their counterpart without claims, whereas the opposite was true for foods within desserts, sauces and dips, snacks, and soups categories (p < 0.001 for all nutrients, except for saturated fat in nuts and seeds). In conclusion, prevalence of GFC has doubled in the Canadian food supply; such claims are not indicative of better nutritional composition.

scholarly journals Association between Food Label Unawareness and Loss of Renal Function in Diabetes: A Cross-Sectional Study in South Korea

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (6) ◽  
pp. 1945
Author(s):  
Jae Hong Joo ◽  
Doo Woong Lee ◽  
Dong-Woo Choi ◽  
Eun-Cheol Park
Keyword(s):  
Renal Function ◽  
Renal Disease ◽  
Potential Role ◽  
Strong Association ◽  
Food Product ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Food Labels ◽  
Food Label ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
South Korean

Objectives: To examine sex differences in the association between food label unawareness and loss of renal function among South Korean diabetic patients aged ≥30 year and determine whether reading food labels when choosing which food products to consume plays a potential role in slowing the progression of renal disease. Methods: Data from the 2016–2017 Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey were used for the analysis. Renal function was determined by the Modification of Diet in Renal Disease estimated glomerular filtration rate, and food label unawareness was defined as being unaware of the food label when choosing a food product for consumption. Multiple regression analysis was used to investigate the association between food label unawareness and loss of renal function among South Korean diabetic patients. Results: Four hundred and eighty-seven diabetic patients (men: 274; women: 213) were enrolled. Loss of renal function was associated with food label unawareness in only male diabetic patients (men: β = –10.01, standard error (SE) = 5.08, p = 0.0506; women: β = –0.30, SE = 5.14, p = 0.9528). A strong association was found between loss of renal function and food label unawareness among socially isolated male diabetic patients who lived in a one-generational household, did not have a spouse, and ate alone. Conclusion: Cultivating habits of reading food labels and inducing social facilitation may play a potential role in managing loss of renal function among male diabetic patients.

scholarly journals Utilization of Insecticide Treated Bed Nets (ITNs) among Caregivers of Children under Five Years in the Ho Municipality

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Kennedy Diema Konlan ◽  
Milipaak Japiong ◽  
Kennedy Dodam Konlan ◽  
Agani Afaya ◽  
Solomon Mohammed Salia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Continuous Distribution ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Bed Nets ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Effective Measure ◽  
Children Under Five ◽  
Under Five ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Multistage Sampling ◽  
Insecticide Treated Bed Nets

Background. In Ghana, attempts to control malaria through antimalarial medications are currently threatened by the emergence and spread of drug resistant malaria parasites. This, together with the increasing incidence of malaria, has heightened the need for a more effective method of controlling the spread. The use of Insecticide Treated Bed Net (ITN) has been recognised as an effective measure in the prevention of malaria. Objective/Purpose. In this study, we examined the utilisation of ITN among caregivers of children under five years in Ho municipality of Ghana. Methods. This descriptive cross-sectional study recruited 283 household representatives through a multistage sampling method. A questionnaire was used to collect the data and was analyzed using STATA version 14. Descriptive and inferential statistics were adopted in presenting the data. Results. Ownership of ITN was higher (80.7%) than its utilisation (41.7%). The age of caregiver was strongly associated with the utilisation of ITN (AOR=2.00, 95% CI=0.00, 0.02, p<0.001) among children less than five years. Caregivers aged 26-35 were 49% times less likely to use an ITN as compared to those aged between 17 and 25 and the difference was statistically significant. Conclusion. In order to ensure a high ITN coverage and utilisation, there is the need for continuous distribution of ITNs to households. Households should be sensitized to use the nets to prevent the continuous spread of malaria.

scholarly journals Sociodemographic inequalities in eating practices and concerns

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Lhais de Paula Barbosa Medina ◽  
Marilisa Berti de Azevedo Barros ◽  
Regina Mara Fisberg ◽  
Daniela de Assumpção ◽  
Antônio de Azevedo Barros Filho
Keyword(s):  
Salt Intake ◽  
Income Group ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Food Labels ◽  
Dietary Practices ◽  
Dietary Counseling ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Organic Foods ◽  
Eating Practices

Abstract Objective: To evaluate associations between selected dietary concerns and eating practices and determine the association of these concerns/practices with demographic and socio-economic characteristics in a population from a large Brazilian city. Design: Population-based cross-sectional study. We investigated concerns regarding salt intake, the use of highly processed seasoning and the custom of reading the Na content on food labels. We also analysed concerns regarding the use of pesticides on food products and the practice of consuming organic foods. These variables were analysed according to sex, age group, schooling and income. Multivariate Poisson regression analysis was performed for the estimation of prevalence ratios. Setting: Campinas, state of São Paulo, Brazil. Participants: The representative sample consisted of 1710 adults and seniors. Results: A total 62·3 % of the population were concerned with salt intake, 34·7 % did not use highly processed seasoning and 10·6 % checked the Na content on food labels; 27·5 % were concerned with pesticides and 26·5 % consumed organic foods. The practices analysed were associated with the respective concerns. Women and seniors had a better profile, except for reading Na content in both groups and the consumption of organic foods among seniors. The frequency of checking the Na content and consuming organic foods increased with the level of schooling. The higher income group had a better profile, except for concern with salt intake. Conclusions: Considerable social differences were found regarding the dietary practices, and the practices were associated with concerns. The present findings underscore the need for different dietary counseling strategies targeting specific groups.

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