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factors influencing food choice (personal, social and economic…
factors influencing food choice
personal, social and economic
cost
some people do not have a lot of money to spend on food
there are many ways to reduce the amount of money you spend on your food
buy off brands/supermarket own brands
make a shopping list
preference
we all have personal preferences based on our senses
enjoyment
we will always choose the foods we like to eat and enjoy
young children need to be introduced to food multiple times before they like it
seasonability
many fruits and vegetables are available throughout the year
because we import them
many crops grown in the UK are limited to a short season
availability
depends on the type of food that is available in the country and the place where you live
in some countries there is very little choice and often insufficient food supply
we import foods that cannot grow in our climate or country
storage and cooking facilities
most households have a microwave and fridge and an oven
time of day
activity and lifestyle
health and medical reasons
celebration or occasion
marketing, advertising and promotions
fod labelling
food scares
religious and cultural beliefs
religion
culture
ethical and moral beliefs
vegetarians
vegans
animal wefare
locally produced food
organic foods