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Remco C Havermans1,2, Geert Rutten1, Dimona Bartelet1
1Laboratory of Behavioural Gastronomy, Center for Healthy Eating and Food Innovation, Maastricht University Campus Venlo, Venlo, Netherlands.
Frontiers in Nutrition
|September 16, 2021
Summary
Adolescents show low interest in plant-based diets due to perceived poor taste and lack of knowledge. Education on benefits and cooking skills is crucial to increase willingness to adopt healthier eating habits.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Adolescent Health
- Sustainable Diets
Background:
- Plant-based diets offer health and environmental benefits.
- Adolescents' adoption of plant-based diets is influenced by various factors.
- Understanding barriers to plant-based eating in adolescents is essential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate factors influencing adolescents' intention to consume more plant-based foods.
- To explore adolescents' perceptions and knowledge regarding plant-based diets.
- To identify barriers hindering the adoption of plant-based dietary habits.
Main Methods:
- Theory-based interview study using the Reasoned Action Approach.
- Interviews conducted with 11 adolescents aged 15-16 years.
- Qualitative data collection on willingness to adopt plant-based diets.
Main Results:
- Adolescents expressed low interest in plant-based diets.
- Limited knowledge of plant-based diets and their benefits was observed.
- Perceived poor taste was the primary barrier to adopting plant-based foods.
- Lack of skills in preparing plant-based meals was also reported.
Conclusions:
- Education can enhance awareness of plant-based diet benefits and improve cooking skills.
- Increased food familiarity is key to promoting acceptance of plant-based options.
- Targeted interventions are needed to encourage plant-based eating among adolescents.
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