Food consumption behavior of low-income households from families of small brazilians cities: the case of Mato Grosso do Sul

Abstract:

This study aimed to examine the eating habits of low-income families in the territories of the Consortium for Food Security and Local Development of Mato Grosso do Sul (CONSAD). A quantitative-descriptive study was done with the 584 individuals living in the territory of the municipalities of CONSAD, social classes C2, D and E, in 2010, using a structured questionnaire. The results showed the existence of two clusters, named “healthy” segment

and segment “food lovers”.

Key words:
Food; Feeding behavior; Food culture