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Knowledge, Awareness, and Practices among Consumers Regarding Trans-Fat: A Cross-Sectional Study
Poonam Khanna1, Sonu Goel1, Rachita Jain1
1Department of Community Medicine and School of Public Health, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Summary
Public awareness of trans fats, a major component of processed foods, is limited. Nutrition education significantly improved knowledge about trans fats, highlighting the importance of clear food labeling.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Public Health
Background:
- Processed and preserved foods are primary sources of dietary trans fat.
- Public awareness regarding trans fats remains limited despite existing regulations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess participant awareness of trans fats.
- To enhance knowledge about trans fats through educational intervention.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional online survey using a pre- and posttest design.
- An 11-question questionnaire administered via webinar.
- Statistical analysis including t-tests to compare pre- and posttest scores.
Main Results:
- A statistically significant improvement in mean scores from pretest (7.57 ± 1.8) to posttest (9.22 ± 1.37).
- Specific awareness improvements noted for FSSAI (57%) and WHO's REPLACE initiative (50%).
Conclusions:
- Nutrition education and clear food labeling enhance consumer knowledge of food ingredients.
- Stricter enforcement and monitoring of food labeling guidelines are recommended to improve purchasing patterns.
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