10 Factors Influencing Food Choice - Flashcards

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What is the study of food and how our bodies use it for energy and proper growth and development?

  • Appetite
  • Nutrition (correct)
  • Emotions
  • Hunger

What is the body's need for food called?

Hunger

What is the body's desire for food rather than a need referred to as?

Appetite

What term describes individual preferences in food?

<p>Personal Taste</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does availability refer to in food choices?

<p>Eating what's provided or available to us</p> Signup and view all the answers

What influences the foods we often eat due to time constraints?

<p>Time &amp; Convenience</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do geography, climate, and environment influence food choices?

<p>Specific foods may be more common or available</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does family and culture play in food choices?

<p>Certain cultures have specific foods or dishes they commonly eat</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does advertising influence food choice?

<p>Creates interest and desire for specific brands of foods</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does money affect food choices?

<p>We eat what we can afford</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can emotions affect eating behavior?

<p>Emotions can lead you to eat more, less, or not at all</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Nutrition

The study of food and its use by our bodies for energy, growth, and development.

Hunger

The body's need for food.

Appetite

The desire for food, often driven by senses or emotions, not a physical need.

Personal Taste

Individual likes and dislikes that determine food preferences.

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Availability

Refers to the ease with which a particular food option can be obtained.

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Time & Convenience

A factor regarding how long it takes to prepare and eat a food.

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Geography & Climate

Location and climate influence what foods are commonly available and consumed.

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Family & Culture

Cultural traditions and family customs impact dietary habits and food choices.

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Advertising Influence

Advertising can create interest and desire for specific food brands and products.

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Money

The amount of money affects what foods one can purchase and consume.

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Emotions

Emotions can significantly alter eating patterns, leading to changes in food consumption.

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Study Notes

Key Factors Influencing Food Choice

  • Nutrition: Essential for understanding how food impacts energy, growth, and development in the body.

  • Hunger: Represents the biological need for food, signaling the body’s requirement for nourishment.

  • Appetite: Distinct from hunger, it reflects a psychological desire for food, which may not be linked to actual nutritional needs.

  • Personal Taste: Individual preferences influence food choices; personal likes and dislikes shape what we eat.

  • Availability: Food options are often determined by what is accessible in one's environment, affecting dietary choices.

  • Time & Convenience: Busy lifestyles lead to choosing meals based on quick preparation and availability rather than nutrition.

  • Geography/Climate/Environment: Local conditions and culture dictate the types of food that are common and available, influencing diets.

  • Family & Culture: Traditional foods often play a significant role in cultural identity and are prevalent in family gatherings or specific events.

  • Advertising: Marketing strategies create demand for various food products by shaping perceptions and preferences through media channels.

  • Money: Economic factors limit food choices; budget constraints lead to preference for more affordable dining options, often favoring home-cooked meals.

  • Emotions: Emotional states can heavily influence eating behavior, leading to changes in appetite and food preferences, whether individuals eat more, less, or choose not to eat at all.

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