Research Article

Characteristics and factors influencing fast food intake of young adult consumers in Johannesburg, South Africa

Published in: South African Journal of Clinical Nutrition
Volume 23 , issue 3 , 2010 , pages: 124–130

DOI: 10.1080/16070658.2010.11734326

Author(s): Mk Van Zyl Woolworths South Africa (Pty) Ltd, South Africa , Np Steyn Knowledge Systems, South Africa , Ml Marais Division of Human Nutrition, South Africa

Keywords: fast food intake , nutrition , young adults , food outlets , socio-economic areas

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Abstract

Objectives: To determine fast food consumption patterns, socio-economic characteristics and other factors that influence the fast food intake of young adults from different socio-economic areas in Johannesburg, South Africa.

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