Report
Title: Fast food (Such as hot chips, burgers & pizzas) addiction among young people.
Authors: Lekha Karnik- Roll no 0222025
Saloni Surve- Roll no 0222057
Vishakha Bhosale- Roll no 0222007
Introduction:
The rising popularity of fast foods, such as hot chips, burgers, and pizzas, among young people has prompted serious concerns. This study aims to uncover the causes and impact of this trend, as well as the implications for young physical health and lifestyle choices.
Objective:
To highlight how the addiction to fast food (such as hot chips, burger & pizza) is growing among young people.
Literature Review:
Fast food Addiction: A major Public Health Concern.
Abdul Kader Mohiuddin (2019), this article discusses fast food’s appeal, nutritional content, and popularity among adolescents and young adults. It suggests restaurants provide clearer information to help consumers make healthier choices. Maintaining a balanced diet is crucial for lifelong health, and limiting fast food consumption is recommended.
A study of food culture among Teenagers in Urban India.
Subhalakshmi.K, Dhanasekar.M (2018), this article discusses Urbanization and globalization have led to unhealthy food consumption patterns, especially among youth, causing health issues and economic changes. Eating a healthy lifestyle is crucial for a longer life.
Data Collection: We have surveyed 100 students of Kohinoor Business School.
Data Analysis:
|
Particulars |
Q1 |
Q2 |
Q3 |
Q4 |
Q5 |
|
Mean |
0.2 |
0.65 |
0.84 |
0.16 |
0.14 |
|
Standard Deviation |
1.29 |
1.18 |
1.03 |
1.33 |
1.38 |
|
Standard Error |
0.13 |
0.12 |
0.10 |
0.13 |
0.14 |
|
Z value |
1.55 |
5.53 |
8.14 |
1.20 |
1.02 |
Conclusion:
- People are neutrally addicted to fast food.
- People are positively prioritizing fast food over healthy food.
- People are positively trying to reduce their fast-food intake.
- People are neutral in spending a lot of money on fast food.
- People are neutral in eating fast food to cope with stress.
References:
Abdul Kader Mohiuddin (2019) https://www.researchgate.net/publication/338117861_Fast_Food_Addiction_A_Major_Public_Health_Concern
Subhalakshmi.K, Dhanasekar.M (2018) https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://acadpubl.eu/hub/2018-120-5/5/415.pdf&ved=2ahUKEwisjoLFxc-AAxWmxTgGHenGA_YQFnoECDQQAQ&usg=AOvVaw06sQ6uisREwdtgi5uP9Lmx