Frozen Food Consumption Habits of Working Women
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https://doi.org/10.24925/turjaf.v13i1.78-85.7362Keywords:
Working women, frozen food, consumption habits, attitudes and behaviors, NutritionAbstract
The aim of this study was to evaluate the frozen food consumption habits of working women in 19 Mayıs district of Samsun province. The study was conducted with 200 working women. Actively working individuals who volunteered to participate in the study were included in the study. Body weight and height of the individuals were measured. Body mass index (BMI) was calculated using body weight and height. In the results of the study, 76.0% of the individuals consumed frozen foods while 24.0% did not. Among the frozen food groups, meat and meat products, fruits and vegetables, and pastries are consumed more, respectively. The reasons for purchasing frozen foods were as follows: 41.4% of the individuals stated that they purchased frozen foods because of saving time, 48.0% because of ease of preparation, 6.6% because they were influenced by advertisements, and 18.4% because of seasonal differences. When the reasons why individuals do not buy it are analyzed, 25.0% find the price high, 33.3% believe that it is healthy, 33.3% state that it is not fresh and 4.2% think that it is not satisfying. When the type of consumption was analyzed, 61.8% stated that they consumed it as a side dish, 42.8% as an appetizer, and 17.1% as a main dish. Among family members, individuals between the ages of 15-30 consume frozen food the most. A statistically significant difference was found between the age, marital status, and education of the individuals participating in the study according to whether they consume frozen food or not. Overall, frozen foods can be a convenient and practical option for working individuals and families, offering a balance between convenience, nutrition and taste. However, it is necessary to pay attention to safe labeling, storage conditions, amount and method of consumption of frozen foods.
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