Evaluation of Sugar-Beverage Consumption and Perceived Food Literacy in Adults
Abstract
This study aimed to evaluate the sugary drink consumption patterns of individuals aged 18 and above who visited a university hospital polyclinic for any reason.It also examined their attitudes toward sugary drink labels and their perceived food literacy.A survey form, developed based on relevant literature, was used to collect data.Perceived food literacy levels were found to be higher among individuals aged 30 and above, women, married participants, those who engaged in regular exercise. Additionally, pictogram-based labels on fruit juice and carbonated drinks were more effective in deterring sugary drink consumption compared to infographic or text-based labels.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling
Nutrition
Health and Food Behavior
Nutritional Studies and Diet
Publication details
- Journal / source
- OSMANGAZİ JOURNAL OF MEDICINE
- Volume
- 48
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 387–398
- Publication date
- 11 February 2026
- Language
- TR