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Predictors of Plant-Based Alternatives to Meat Consumption in Midwest University Students

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JOURNAL OF NUTRITION EDUCATION AND BEHAVIOR
卷 53, 期 7, 页码 564-572

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ELSEVIER SCIENCE INC
DOI: 10.1016/j.jneb.2021.04.459

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college students; plant-based meat; plant protein; environmental attitudes; young adults

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  1. University Translational Research Network at Iowa State University

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The study found that 55% of college students in the Midwest had tried plant-based meat alternatives, with top reasons being enjoyment of new foods and curiosity about the products. Out-of-state residency, vegetarian status, and environmental attitudes were significantly associated with plant-based alternative consumption.
Objective: To assess the prevalence of plant-based alternatives to meat consumption in students at a Midwest university, describe associations between demographics, environmental concern attitudes, and consumption, and determine variables statistically associated with trying the plant-based alternatives. Design: Descriptive cross-sectional convenience sample; self-administered online surveys. Setting: College students at a Midwest university. Participants: Currently enrolled students aged 18-30 taking courses on campus as of March 2020. Main Outcome Measures: Plant-based alternative consumption; demographics; vegetarian status; environmental attitudes; influences on food choices; and trusted sources of food information. Analysis: Bivariate comparisons for consumption of plant-based alternatives; logistic regression analysis. Results: Fifty-five percent had tried a plant-based meat alternative. Top reasons were enjoying new foods and curiosity about the products. Out-of-state residency, vegetarian status, and 10 of 11 environmental attitude statements were significantly associated with plant-based alternative consumption (P < 0.05). About 30% of consumers indicated they wanted to eat less meat and that plant alternatives were better for the environment. Nonconsumers had less favorable views of meatless meals. Conclusions and Implications: This study supports that positive environmental attitudes were predictive of plant-based alternative consumption among college students. Increased awareness and familiarity could encourage consumption among this population.

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