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  • Nutrition Science
  • Public Health
  • Consumer Behavior

Background:

  • Understanding consumer engagement with food labels is crucial for public health initiatives.
  • Assessing knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding food labels informs targeted interventions.
  • Food label utilization is influenced by various demographic and socioeconomic factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate Zayed University students' knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) concerning food labels.
  • To identify key predictors influencing the use of food labels among university students.
  • To evaluate the potential impact of educational interventions on dietary practices related to food labeling.

Main Methods:

  • Quantitative, cross-sectional study design.
  • Validated questionnaire administered to 1153 Zayed University students (aged 18+).
  • Data collected from January to May 2023 in the UAE; analyzed using SPSS version 26.

Main Results:

  • High level of knowledge regarding food labeling (89.9%).
  • Over 50% of participants checked labels for nutritional information, calories, or replaced food items based on label data.
  • Cost (approx. 60%) and expiry dates (over 80%) were significant factors in food choices; marital and employment status influenced label attitudes.

Conclusions:

  • Zayed University students exhibit strong knowledge and positive attitudes towards food labels.
  • Educational programs focusing on food labels hold significant potential for improving dietary practices.
  • Marital and employment status are key demographic factors associated with food label engagement.