Degree Name
MS (Master of Science)
Program
Allied Health
Date of Award
8-2016
Committee Chair or Co-Chairs
Michelle Lee
Committee Members
Randy Byington, Eileen Cress, Elizabeth Lowe
Abstract
Traditional students enroll in post-secondary institutions during emerging adulthood. College enrollment is increasing and adult weight gain occurs most rapidly during the college-age years, with poor food decisions as a potential contributing factor. The present study examined the awareness, perception, and self-reported purchasing behaviors of college students regarding four front-of-package (FOP) nutrition labeling systems and symbols. Students were sent a 24-question web-based survey, with 908 completed surveys that met the research criteria. There were 888 (98.3%) respondents who recognized at least one of the four presented FOP nutrition labels. There were no significant differences between the groups that recognized one to four of the FOP nutrition labels in their stated likelihood to purchase foods with the specified labels. Students’ awareness of four commercial FOP nutrition labeling systems and symbols on product packaging did not have an impact on their food purchasing behaviors.
Document Type
Thesis - unrestricted
Recommended Citation
Kessler, Audrey L., "Awareness, Perception, and Self-Reported Purchasing Behaviors of College Students Regarding Front-of-Package Nutrition Labeling Systems and Symbols" (2016). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. Paper 3100. https://dc.etsu.edu/etd/3100
Copyright
Copyright by the authors.
Included in
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Commons, Health Communication Commons, Public Health Education and Promotion Commons