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How food representations are influenced by precarity and how they influence our food choices

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Abstract Introduction Precarity is linked to health disparities, partly explained by dietary behaviors. Individuals in precarious situations often make different food choices compared to those in more stable conditions. This study explores two mechanisms: food literacy and social representations of food. Food literacy refers to the skills needed to make informed food choices (Vidgen & Gallegos, 2014) and is closely tied to healthier behaviors (Begley et al., 2018). Additionally, social representations of food may guide these choices. Based on the structural approach to social representations theory (Abric, 2001), this research investigates how these representations influence dietary decisions, which is crucial in addressing health inequalities. Methodology A total of 120 participants were surveyed. Precarity was assessed using the EPICES scale (Labbé et al., 2007). Food literacy levels and food choice motivations were measured using standardized scales (Begley et al., 2018; Lyerly & Reeve, 2015). Social representations of healthy and unhealthy food were explored through free word associations, importance ranking, and valence evaluation (Abric, 2001). The analyses are conducted using multiple linear regression. Results 1.Food Choices: Precarity influences food choices, favoring convenience, accessibility, and emotional comfort, often at the expense of health. 2.Food Literacy: While precarity does not directly impact food literacy, it remains an important factor in making healthier choices, even in precarious situations. 3.Social Representations: Individuals in precarious situations have different representations of healthy and unhealthy foods. Unhealthy foods are rated more positively in terms of valence, which is associated with food choices driven by emotional comfort rather than health. Discussion/Conclusion These results highlight the psychological and social mechanisms by which precarity influences food choices. The findings suggest the need for targeted interventions, such as tailored communication campaigns and strengthening food literacy programs. Understanding the distinct perceptions of vulnerable groups offers insights for more effective public health policies, addressing growing health inequalities.

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Romane Vandroux, Rodalyn Apple Ariola, Anthony Piermattéo. How food representations are influenced by precarity and how they influence our food choices. 19ème édition de la Journée Scientifique des Jeunes Chercheuses et Chercheurs en Psychologie, Apr 2025, Lille, France. ⟨hal-05047677⟩
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