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Whether it’s salty or sweet—or, for many, a mix of both!—Americans are no strangers to snacks. But what exactly are Americans’ preferences when it comes to the kinds of snacks they eat, and why do they snack in the first […]
December 2, 2022
Sollid K, Webster A, Paipongna M, Smith K. Food perceptions, beliefs, and behaviors amid a global pandemic: Results of the International Food Information Council 2021 Food & Health Survey. Nutr Today. 2022;57:26-33. doi:10.1097/NT.0000000000000524.
December 1, 2022
Download the survey results here Highlights Whether cooking at home, snacking on the go, or picking up groceries, many of us turn to processed foods as part of our daily “process.” But taking a deeper dive, what level of understanding […]
November 15, 2022
We often hear about the importance of making healthy food choices, but how do Americans define a “healthy food”? And how much of an influence does healthfulness have when we decide what foods to buy and eat? IFIC’s 17th annual […]
September 14, 2022
With summer on the wane and back-to-school season in full swing, many parents of school-age children are pivoting their food purchases in order to accommodate their kids’ new schedules. But what factors influence what parents decide to put in their […]
August 16, 2022
Don’t let their age fool you—at 18 to 24 years old, Gen Z might be the youngest generation of adults, but their perspectives on food are loud and clear. IFIC’s 17th annual 2022 Food and Health Survey offers some especially […]
July 27, 2022
The 2022 Food and Health Survey marks the 17th consecutive year the International Food Information Council (IFIC) has surveyed Americans to understand their perceptions, beliefs, and behaviors surrounding food and food-purchasing decisions. This year’s survey continues an examination of issues […]
July 1, 2022
The 2022 Food and Health Survey marks the 17th time the International Food Information Council (IFIC) has surveyed Americans to understand their perceptions, beliefs, and behaviors surrounding food and food-purchasing decisions. This year’s survey continues an examination of issues related to […]
May 18, 2022
Download the survey results here From kombucha to kimchi to kefir, the connection between certain foods and gut health is a hot topic in nutrition right now. And this trend is more than a gut feeling: Americans’ interest in learning […]
April 13, 2022
Download the survey results here Highlights Caffeine is well-entrenched in the lives of most Americans. Whether it’s drinking a cup of joe in the morning, turning to a soda or tea for an afternoon pick-me-up, or indulging in coffee ice […]
March 15, 2022
Download the survey results here Highlights The ties among climate change, environmental sustainability, and our food choices are becoming increasingly apparent—and for many, the through-line that connects these concepts is clear. IFIC’s 2021 Food and Health Survey found that 42% […]
February 10, 2022
Download the survey results here Highlights You’ve likely witnessed someone turning over a packaged food to look at the serving size on the Nutrition Facts label with surprise. They’ve probably also said something along the lines of, “is this really […]
January 26, 2022
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