Section Five - Factors Affecting Food Choice Flashcards
How does someones PAL impact what they choose to eat?
People with higher pals need moe calories
How does healthy eating impact what people choose to eat?
They will avoid fatty sugary foods
How does cost of food impact what people choose to eat?
Generally unhealthier food is more expensive
Food is cheaper when bought in bulk
People will buy food on offer
How does income impact what people choose to eat?
More money means more expensive food, in general people on high incomes have a better diet than those on low income
How does culinary skills impact what people choose to eat?
Depending on how good a cook you are depends on what food you buy lots of people wont buy whole chickens because they dont know how to portion one
How does lifestyle impact what people choose to eat?
People who are stressed or depressed end up eating comfort foods
Busy people graze and eat unhealthy food whilst out and about
How does seasonality impact what people choose to eat?
Foods are not grown all year
How does availabilty impact what people choose to eat?
Not all foods are available all eyar round
How does special occasions impact what people choose to eat?
Turkey will be bought at christmas
