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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. 

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2017 IFIC Food & Health Survey: A Focus on 50+

  Boomers and Older Americans: The Health-Driven Generations  As people age, their nutrition needs and dietary preferences change. But few have examined the shopping habits and eating patterns of Americans ages 50-plus—the country’s fastest-growing demographic. That’s why the IFIC Foundation, […]

May 5, 2017

2016 IFIC Food & Health Survey: Food Decisions Dialogue

The International Food Information Council (IFIC) Foundation’s 2016 Food and Health Survey, “Food Decision 2016: The Impact of a Growing National Food Dialogue,” marks the 11th edition of an ongoing investigation into the beliefs and behaviors of Americans. The Survey, […]

May 11, 2016

Shaping Health Perceptions: Effectively Communicating About Chemicals in Food

As food systems grow more complex, public understanding of chemical risks in food remains limited. This study explored U.S. mothers’ perceptions through focus groups and a national survey, revealing confusion, concern, and knowledge gaps. Findings highlight challenges and opportunities for […]

January 1, 2015

2013 IFIC Food & Health Survey

The 2013 Food & Health Survey: Consumer Attitudes toward Food Safety, Nutrition & Health, commissioned by the International Food Information Council Foundation, is the eighth annual national quantitative study designed to gain insights from Americans on important food safety, nutrition […]

April 1, 2013

2012 IFIC Food & Health Survey

The International Food Information Council Foundation’s 2012 Food & Health Survey takes an extensive look at what Americans are doing regarding their eating and health habits and food safety practices. The 2012 Food & Health Survey: Consumer Attitudes toward Food […]

April 1, 2012

2011 IFIC Food & Health Survey

The International Food Information Council Foundation debuted the findings from our 2011 IFIC Foundation Food & Health Survey via webcast to a health professional audience on June 29, 2011 and July 21, 2011. Download a copy of the June 29th […]

September 1, 2011

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