An Objective Measure of Nutrition Facts Panel Usage and Nutrient Quality of Food Choice

The effects of nutrition knowledge on food label use. A review of the literature

“…The use of eye tracking to examine associations between food labels and food choice is becoming more common (Bialkova et al, 2014; Jones & Richardson, 2007; Miller, 2014; Miller & Cassady, 2012; Miller et al, 2015; Nelson, Graham, & Harnack, 2014). Within our conceptual framework, attention is a form of frequency of use (how much or how often food label information is consulted) that is objectively assessed.…”

The Nuances of Health Literacy, Nutrition Literacy, and Food Literacy

“…Consequently, it is vital for nutrition researchers and practitioners to consider the usability of health information displayed on food guidelines, labels, and menus, and key problemsolving skills. [23][24][25][26] The interactive domain also needs to encompass the development of more complex skills, motivation, and confidence required to navigate the food system. In an era in which online health information seeking predominates, the interpretation of electronic health resources is integral to navigating a multifaceted food environment.…”

Influence of Interpretation Aids on Attentional Capture, Visual Processing, and Understanding of Front-of-Package Nutrition Labels

“…For this reason, studies aimed at assessing how attention to FOP nutrition labels modulates consumer choices are still necessary. 26,32 In this sense, an increase in consumers' use of nutrition information at the time of purchase may be expected only when FOP labels are developed and incorporated that appropriately catch consumers' attention and facilitate understanding, in conjunction with broader nutrition policies. 5,15,33,34 …”