IFIC is a trusted source for food and research insights. Our research explores consumer beliefs, behaviors and attitudes on key topics spanning food safety and ingredients to nutrition and health.
Browse our flagship IFIC Food & Health Survey, monthly Spotlight Surveys, commissioned research and peer-reviewed publications.
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) commissioned an online survey among U.S. consumers to measure knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about the safety of food ingredients. One thousand adults ages 18 years and older completed the online survey from June 6-10, […]
September 19, 2024
This study was conducted to explore the contrast between hazard-based and risk-based assessments of food safety through a case study of the food ingredient titanium dioxide. Based on a hazard-based assessment, titanium dioxide has been banned by the European Food […]
September 1, 2024
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) commissioned an online survey among U.S. consumers to measure knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about snacking. One thousand adults ages 18 years and older completed the online survey from May 9-13, 2024, and respondents were […]
August 15, 2024
Wijayatunga NN, Chang Y, Brown AW, Webster AD, Sollid K, Ahn JJ, Bailey D. Perceptions and preferences for environmentally sustainable food and associated factors: A cross-sectional analysis of a nationally representative survey of United States consumers. Am J Clin Nutr. […]
July 30, 2024
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) commissioned an online survey among U.S. consumers to measure knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about sodium consumption. One thousand adults ages 18 years and older completed the online survey from March 7-9, 2024, and respondents […]
July 18, 2024
The 2024 Food and Health Survey marks the 19th 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 […]
June 20, 2024
Download The IFIC FOP Nutrition Labeling Consumer Study Report Download The IFIC FOP Nutrition Labeling Consumer Study Questionnaire The use of Front-Of-Package (FOP) nutrition labeling schemes has increased dramatically around the world since 2004 when the World Health Organization (WHO) […]
May 24, 2024
This IFIC consumer research study provides crucial insights into what drives the general population, including BIPOC populations, to consume and/or avoid dairy foods and beverages. Knowing more about what drives or inhibits dairy consumption can assist stakeholders’ efforts in enhancing consumer education; identifying trusted and […]
May 16, 2024
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) commissioned an online research survey with consumers based in the US to measure knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about pesticides and their application in food production. One thousand adults aged 18+ years completed the survey from February […]
April 18, 2024
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) commissioned an online research survey with consumers based in the US to measure knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about caffeine. One thousand adults aged 18+ years completed the survey from January 12-16, 2024, and responses were weighted […]
March 19, 2024
During the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. adults reported increased sustainable dietary behaviors, especially in cooking at home and eating healthier. White and higher-income individuals adopted more ecological and economic practices, while Black participants showed notable health-related improvements. Use of local food […]
March 14, 2024
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) commissioned an online research survey with consumers based in the US to measure knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about processed foods. One thousand adults aged 18+ years completed the survey from July 5-6, 2023, and responses were weighted to […]
January 29, 2024
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
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) commissioned an online research survey with consumers based in the US to measure knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about climate change and purchase impacts. One thousand adults aged 18+ years completed the survey from June 9-13, 2023, and […]
October 16, 2023
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) commissioned an online research survey with consumers based in the US to measure knowledge, attitudes, and purchasing behaviors of U.S. meat eaters. One thousand adults aged 18+ years completed the survey from May 2-5, 2023, and responses […]
July 14, 2023
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) commissioned an online research survey with consumers based in the US to measure knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about food ingredients. One thousand adults aged 18+ years completed the survey from May 4-9, 2023, and responses were weighted […]
June 13, 2023
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
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) commissioned an online research survey with consumers based in the US to measure knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about dietary sweeteners. One thousand adults aged 18+ years completed the survey from April 10-12, 2023, and responses were weighted […]
May 10, 2023
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) commissioned an online research survey with consumers based in the US to measure knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about building a healthy diet, and the use of food packaging. One thousand adults aged 18+ years completed the survey […]
April 18, 2023
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
We’re always tracking emerging trends, but your ideas could shape what’s next. Share your questions and insights—they could spark our next deep dive.