The effect of cultural factors and consumer knowledge on fish consumption


ERKAN ÖZDEN N., ÇAĞILTAY F.

Food Engineering and Ingredients, vol.36, no.2, pp.42-45, 2011 (Scopus) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 36 Issue: 2
  • Publication Date: 2011
  • Journal Name: Food Engineering and Ingredients
  • Journal Indexes: Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.42-45
  • Istanbul University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Fish is an important part of a healthy diet. Fish and seafood products are recommended to take a prominent position in the human diet thanks to their beneficial effect on the prevention of chronic degenerative diseases. The consumption of fish may be protective against cancers and cardiovascular diseases. Therefore, health authorities and the food industry have a joint interest in stimulating fish consumption.