Alimentação e cultura: as relações com a comida para domiciliados de Missal, Paraná

Abstract

Eating habits have been undergoing constant transformations around the world, accompanied by technological, productive and environmental changes in the face of the globalization of society, as well as the availability of food that the predominant agri-food system produces and offers. In view of this, the general objective of this research was to analyze the eating practices of households in the municipality of Missal, in western Paraná. The research was descriptive-correlational and was carried out using an online form. The sample was unintentional random, with a 90% confidence level and an 8% margin of error. A total of 109 participants were reached. In conclusion, the cultural and emotional influence on food choices and the significant role played by women in this process stand out. Healthiness, taste and practicality guide choices and there is awareness of the need to increase fruit and vegetable consumption. Despite the lack of knowledge about the Brazilian Food Guide, habits are in line with its recommendations. Proximity to local producers and cultural traditions favor healthy food choices