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US Adults’ Perceptions, Beliefs, and Behaviors towards Plant-Rich Dietary Patterns and Practices: International Food Information Council Food and Health Survey Insights, 2012-2022

This study analyzed U.S. adults’ perceptions and behaviors toward plant-rich diets from 2012–2022 using IFIC survey data. While awareness of sustainable eating grew, it had limited impact on purchasing decisions. Plant-rich diet adoption rose from 12.1% to 25.8%, and red […]

December 1, 2023

IFIC Spotlight Survey: Climate Change Perceptions and Purchase Impacts

Download the survey results here Whether buying fresh produce at the store or deciding how to properly dispose of a drink container once its contents have been enjoyed—or, when celebrating World Food Day, the United Nation’s annual day highlighting how […]

October 16, 2023

Innovations in Alternative Proteins: Understanding the Viewpoints and Purchasing Behaviors of U.S. Meat Eaters

Download the survey results here When we hear the phrase “alternative protein” in food-related news, we may think about the plant-based products that have grown in popularity over the past few years. And while plant-based burgers and nuggets have already […]

July 14, 2023

IFIC Spotlight Survey: Public Perceptions of Food Ingredients

Download the survey results here Do consumers shy away from ingredients that are unfamiliar or have chemical-sounding names? And do they gravitate towards foods with certain ingredients, while avoiding others? A recent IFIC survey of 1,000 Americans explores the public […]

June 13, 2023

2023 IFIC Food and Health Survey

The 2023 Food and Health Survey marks the 18th 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 23, 2023

IFIC Spotlight Survey: Public Perceptions of Dietary Sweeteners

Download the survey results here Food trends come and go, but one in particular has stood the test of time: The search to satiate our sweet tooth. While sweet foods and drinks will likely always be popular, reducing sugar intake […]

May 10, 2023

IFIC Spotlight Survey: Understanding “Healthy” and the Impact of Nutrition Labeling on Food Decisions

Download the survey results here How do people determine the healthfulness of the foods and beverages they purchase? The latest IFIC survey, “Understanding ‘Healthy’ and the Impact of Nutrition Labeling on Food Decisions,” examines how Americans approach building a healthy […]

April 18, 2023

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