Lisa Olivo, Associate Editor08.12.14
New consumer data from Gallup suggests Americans are giving more thought to the foods and beverages they consume regularly. While public knowledge concerning healthy eating seems to be gaining momentum, Gallup sees certain barriers limiting healthy eating habits in the U.S.
Sugar & Soda
Data from a July Gallup poll showed that nearly two out of three U.S. consumers reported they avoid drinking soda, with half claiming they shunned sugar. Gallop found that public awareness surrounding the dangers of sugar and sugary drinks has risen since its 2002 poll, when only 41% of consumers reported actively avoiding soda, compared to 63% today. Further indicating the changing tide, only 13% said they don’t think about how much soda they drink, compared to 24% in 2004.
However, while more Americans reported avoiding soda, nearly half still drink it.
Perception vs. Reality
Gallup also found that Americans are very conscious of what kinds of foods and beverages should be in their diet, but whether they’re adhering to this kind of healthy lifestyle i
Sugar & Soda
Data from a July Gallup poll showed that nearly two out of three U.S. consumers reported they avoid drinking soda, with half claiming they shunned sugar. Gallop found that public awareness surrounding the dangers of sugar and sugary drinks has risen since its 2002 poll, when only 41% of consumers reported actively avoiding soda, compared to 63% today. Further indicating the changing tide, only 13% said they don’t think about how much soda they drink, compared to 24% in 2004.
However, while more Americans reported avoiding soda, nearly half still drink it.
Perception vs. Reality
Gallup also found that Americans are very conscious of what kinds of foods and beverages should be in their diet, but whether they’re adhering to this kind of healthy lifestyle i
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