The Impact of NuVal Shelf Nutrition Labels on Food Purchase

2019 ◽  
Vol 42 (4) ◽  
pp. 870-887 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chen Zhen ◽  
Xiaoyong Zheng
Keyword(s):  
Nutrition Labels ◽  
Food Purchase ◽  
The Impact

Consumer understanding and use of nutrition labelling: a systematic review

2005 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 21-28 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gill Cowburn ◽  
Lynn Stockley
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Nutrition Labels ◽  
Nutrition Labelling ◽  
Food Purchase ◽  
Product Comparison ◽  
Point Of Purchase ◽  
Actual Use ◽  
Types Of Information ◽  
Unpublished Research ◽  
Selection Of

AbstractObjective:To explore published and unpublished research into consumer understanding and use of nutrition labelling which is culturally applicable in Europe.Design:A systematic review undertaken between July 2002 and February 2003.Results:One hundred and three papers were identified that reported on consumer understanding or use of nutrition labelling, most originating from North America or northern Europe. Only a few studies (9%) were judged to be of high or medium–high quality. We found that reported use of nutrition labels is high but more objective measures suggest that actual use of nutrition labelling during food purchase may be much lower. Whether or not consumers can understand and use nutrition labelling depends on the purpose of the task. Available evidence suggests that consumers who do look at nutrition labels can understand some of the terms used but are confused by other types of information. Most appear able to retrieve simple information and make simple calculations and comparisons between products using numerical information, but their ability to interpret the nutrition label accurately reduces as the complexity of the task increases. The addition of interpretational aids like verbal descriptors and recommended reference values helps in product comparison and in putting products into a total diet context.Conclusions:Improvements in nutrition labelling could make a small but important contribution towards making the existing point-of-purchase environment more conducive to the selection of healthy choices. In particular, interpretational aids can help consumers assess the nutrient contribution of specific foods to the overall diet.

The Impact of Food-Related Values on Food Purchase Behavior and the Mediating Role of Attitudes: A Swiss Study

2013 ◽  
Vol 30 (9) ◽  
pp. 765-778 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mirjam Hauser ◽  
Fridtjof W. Nussbeck ◽  
Klaus Jonas
Keyword(s):  
Purchase Behavior ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Food Purchase ◽  
The Impact

scholarly journals The impact of front-of-pack nutrition labels on consumer product evaluation and choice: an experimental study

2014 ◽  
Vol 18 (12) ◽  
pp. 2126-2134 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert P Hamlin ◽  
Lisa S McNeill ◽  
Vanessa Moore
Keyword(s):  
Independent Living ◽  
Daily Intake ◽  
Latin Square ◽  
Product Evaluation ◽  
Traffic Light ◽  
Consumer Evaluations ◽  
Nutrition Labels ◽  
Nutritional Label ◽  
The University ◽  
The Impact

AbstractObjectiveThe present research was an experimental test that aimed to quantify the impact of two dominant front-of-pack (FOP) nutritional label formats on consumer evaluations of food products that carried them. The two FOP label types tested were the traffic light label and the Percentage Daily Intake.DesignA 4×5 partially replicated Latin square design was used that allowed the impact of the FOP labels to be isolated from the effects of the product and the consumers who were performing the evaluations.SettingThe experiment was conducted on campus at the University of Otago, New Zealand.SubjectsThe participants were 250 university students selected at random who met qualifying criteria of independent living and regular purchase of the products used in the research. They were not aware of the purpose of the research.ResultsThe presence of FOP labels led to significant and positive changes in consumer purchase intentions towards the products that carried them. These changes were not affected by the nature of FOP labels used, their size or the product nutritional status (good/bad) that they were reporting.ConclusionsThe result is consistent with the participants paying attention to the FOP label and then using it as an adimensional cue indicating product desirability. As such, it represents a complete functional failure of both of these FOP label types in this specific instance. This result supports calls for further research on the performance of these FOP labels before any move to compulsory deployment is made.

scholarly journals Correlates of nutrition label use among college students and young adults: a review

2015 ◽  
Vol 19 (12) ◽  
pp. 2135-2148 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary J Christoph ◽  
Ruopeng An ◽  
Brenna Ellison
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Food Selection ◽  
Weighted Average ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Nutrition Label ◽  
Nutrition Labels ◽  
Awareness Campaigns ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Label Use

AbstractObjectiveNutrition labels are an essential source for consumers to obtain nutrition-related information on food products and serve as a population-level intervention with unparalleled reach. The present study systematically reviewed existing evidence on the correlates of nutrition label use among college students and young adults.DesignKeyword and reference searches were conducted in PubMed, EBSCO, PsycInfo, Cochrane Library and Web of Science. Inclusion criteria included: study design (randomized controlled trial, cohort study, pre–post study or cross-sectional study); population (college students and young adults 18–30 years old); main outcome (nutrition label use); article type (peer-reviewed publication); and language (English).SettingCollege/university.SubjectsCollege students and young adults.ResultsSixteen studies based on data from college surveys in four countries (USA, UK, Canada, South Korea) were identified from keyword and reference search. Reported prevalence of nutrition label use varied substantially across studies; a weighted average calculation showed 36·5 % of college students and young adults reported using labels always or often. Females were more likely to use nutrition labels than males. Nutrition label use was found to be associated with attitudes towards healthy diet, beliefs on the importance of nutrition labels in guiding food selection, self-efficacy, and nutrition knowledge and education.ConclusionsThe impact of nutrition labelling on food purchase and intake could differ by population subgroups. Nutrition awareness campaigns and education programmes may be important mechanisms for promoting nutrition label use among college students and young adults. Future research is warranted to assess the role of label use on improved dietary decisions.

scholarly journals Food and the consumer: could labelling be the answer?

2015 ◽  
Vol 74 (2) ◽  
pp. 158-163 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maeve A. Kerr ◽  
Mary T. McCann ◽  
M. Barbara E. Livingstone
Keyword(s):  
Food Packaging ◽  
Portion Size ◽  
Dietary Behaviour ◽  
Nutrition Label ◽  
Nutrition Labels ◽  
Size Information ◽  
Nutrition Labelling ◽  
Point Of Purchase ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Serving Size

Extensive research into the impact of nutrition labelling across Europe has shown that many consumers can effectively use a nutrition label to rank a food for healthiness. The present paper considers observational and laboratory evidence which has examined the impact of nutrition labelling (on food packaging and at point of purchase) on dietary behaviour. In addition, the potential counterproductive effects of foods bearing ‘healthy’ nutrition labels are examined. The observational evidence provides a useful insight into the key characteristics of nutrition label use. Those most likely to engage with nutrition labels are more likely to have a diet related disease and/or be on a weight loss diet and have a good overall diet quality. Experimental evidence, while limited, suggests that serving size information may be overlooked by consumers. In fact, there may be a tendency among consumers to overeat foods that are perceived to be healthier. The findings from the present paper suggest that if nutrition labelling is to be considered a strategy to facilitate consumers in managing their energy intake, it must coincide with salient, consistent and simple serving size information on the front of food packages and at the point of purchase. There is a clear need for more experimental research using robust methodologies, to examine the impact of nutrition information on dietary intake. In the meantime, there should be greater attention given to portion size within national dietary guidance.

scholarly journals Effect of Educational Interventions on Understanding and Use of Nutrition Labels: A Systematic Review

Nutrients ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. 1432 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sally Moore ◽  
Judy Donnelly ◽  
Steve Jones ◽  
Janet Cade
Keyword(s):  
Educational Interventions ◽  
The United States ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Nutrition Labels ◽  
Research Education ◽  
Nutrition Facts Panel ◽  
Study Participants ◽  
Participant Understanding ◽  
The Impact

The potential for nutrition labels to impact on population health is dependent on consumer ability to understand and use this information. Consumer understanding of this information varies across sociodemographic groups and with different label design formats. Labeling legislation requires consumer education on how to use nutrition labels, and recent mandatory changes to the Nutrition Facts Panel (NFP) are underway to improve comprehensibility. This review aimed to evaluate if educational programs can improve understanding and use of nutrition labels. Database searches were performed to identify interventions which delivered education on nutrition labels with outcomes measuring aspects of comprehension or use. A total of 17 studies were selected for review, including nine randomized and eight cohort studies. The majority of studies were conducted in the United States Study participants included school aged children, older adults, and those with diabetes within a range of intervention types involving taught sessions or web-based education. Whilst outcome measures were heterogenous, all studies reported a statistically significant improvement in one or more outcomes of participant understanding or use of nutrition labels. Aspects such as general nutrition knowledge, health literacy, and program delivery format warrant attention in future research. Education which optimizes comprehension and use of nutrition labels may have the potential to improve the impact of this information on dietary health.

Can opinion leaders through Instagram influence organic food purchase behaviour in Saudi Arabia?

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahlam Ibrahim Al-Harbi ◽  
Nada Saleh Badawi
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Organic Food ◽  
Opinion Leadership ◽  
Food Sector ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Food Purchase ◽  
Intention To Purchase ◽  
Middle East Countries ◽  
Opinion Seeking ◽  
The Impact

Purpose This study aims to investigate the influence of online opinion leadership and opinion seeking the intention to purchase and purchase behaviour of organic food in Saudi Arabia. Design/methodology/approach This study used an online questionnaire as a method to collect data from Instagram users in Saudi Arabia. Statistical analysis was performed using the SmartPLS to test the research model. Findings The study demonstrates the links between the perceived benevolence of the opinion leadership through Instagram and purchase behaviour of organic food and between opinion seeking and intention to purchase. Practical implications This study provides insights into the favourable impact of opinion leadership and opinion seeking on consumers’ intention to purchase and purchase behaviour for marketers, especially in the organic food sector of a Middle Eastern context. Originality/value Prior studies have investigated the impact of opinion leadership and opinion seeking on purchase behaviour, but not within the organic food sector. This study attempts to fill this gap in the literature by providing useful insights to enhance the understanding of the influence of online opinion leadership on purchase behaviour of organic food. This study also makes a valuable contribution to organic food research in Middle East countries, where there is a lack of research on organic food purchase behaviour.

The Impact of Nutrition Labels on Food Sales: An In-Store Experiment in a Turkish Supermarket

2016 ◽  
pp. 207-228
Author(s):  
Sedef Akgungor ◽  
Andrea Groppel-Klein ◽  
Joerg Koenigstorfer ◽  
Yaprak Gulcan ◽  
Yesim Kustepeli
Keyword(s):  
Nutrition Labels ◽  
Food Sales ◽  
The Impact

scholarly journals The Impact of the Australasian ‘Health Star Rating’, Front-of-Pack Nutritional Label, on Consumer Choice: A Longitudinal Study

Nutrients ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. 906 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert Hamlin ◽  
Lisa McNeill
Keyword(s):  
Time Series ◽  
New Zealand ◽  
Consumer Choice ◽  
Experimental Methodology ◽  
Rating System ◽  
Nutrition Labels ◽  
Star Rating ◽  
Nutritional Label ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Retail Food

Front-of-pack (FoP) nutrition labels are a widely deployed tool in public good marketing. This article reports on a field experimental test of the impact of one of these systems, the Australasian Health Star Rating system (HSR), on consumer choice in the breakfast cereals category in New Zealand. This study forms part of a time-series replication stream of research on this topic. The research applied a 2 × 2 factorial design with multiple replications to retail food consumers exiting from supermarkets in New Zealand. The first part of the time series, undertaken shortly after the HSR’s initiation in 2014, indicated that the HSR was ineffective. Between 2014 and 2016, commercial brands in the category within New Zealand massively promoted the HSR as a basis for consumer choice. The research presented in this article forms part of the second part of the series, undertaken in 2016, using an identical experimental methodology to the 2014 study. The results indicate that the HSR may be beginning to influence consumer choice as it was predicted to, but the impact of the system is still small, and statistically sub-significant, relative to other consumer decision inputs presented on the package.

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