Research & Consumer Insights

Effects of Science and the Media on Consumer Perceptions about Dietary Sugars

Public attitudes about dietary sugars have varied over time, depending on numerous factors including consensus and emerging science, public policy, and consumer attention. The rise of obesity, the increasing concern over its associated health consequences, and the role of sugars […]

June 1, 2009

2008 IFIC Food & Health Survey

May 23, 2008

2007 IFIC Food & Health Survey

The 2007 Food and Health Survey marks the second time the International Food Information Council (IFIC) surveyed Americans to understand their perceptions, beliefs, and behaviors surrounding food and food-purchasing decisions. Suggested citation for the 2007 Food and Health Survey: International […]

October 15, 2007

2006 IFIC Food & Health Survey

The 2006 Food and Health Survey was the first time the International Food Information Council (IFIC) surveyed Americans to understand their perceptions, beliefs, and behaviors surrounding food and food-purchasing decisions. This research was conducted by Cogent Research. All data for […]

May 25, 2006

Consumer Perspectives on Food Labels

The symposium “Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) for Food Labeling” explored the scientific debate about the most appropriate DRI values to use in establishing Daily Values on food labels. An important goal of nutrition and ingredient information is to help consumers […]

January 1, 2006