Public Knowledge of Dietary Choices and Their Health and Environmental Impacts
Author Information
Author(s): Joyce Andrew W, Dixon Sarah, Comfort Jude, Hallett Jonathan
Primary Institution: Monash University—Peninsula Campus
Hypothesis
Do people recognize the links between dietary choices and their health and environmental impacts?
Conclusion
Very few people are aware that reducing red meat consumption can positively impact both health and the environment.
Supporting Evidence
- Only 3.2% of the sample made a link between dietary choice and environmental impact.
- 85.6% of the sample referred to dietary choice in relation to personal health.
- Transport options were popular responses for helping both health and the environment.
Takeaway
Most people know that eating healthy is good for them, but very few realize that what they eat can also hurt the planet.
Methodology
A street intercept survey was conducted with open-ended and closed questions about dietary choices and demographics.
Potential Biases
The survey may not have captured a representative range of demographic characteristics.
Limitations
The study had a small sample size and was not systematic in recruiting a diverse demographic.
Participant Demographics
46.2% females, 52.8% males, ages ranged from 18 to 85 with over 50% between 18 and 35.
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