In 2024, around 79 percent of adults in the United States reported that when shopping for food and beverages, they consider whether food is processed before purchasing it. Among these respondents, 26 percent stated they then try to avoid processed foods. The consumption of ultra-processed foods such as potato chips, candy, and soft drinks has been linked to an increased risk of a number of health issues including certain cancers, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes. This statistic shows the percentage of adults in the United States who took select actions after considering if food is processed before purchasing it as of 2024.
Percentage of adults in the United States who took select actions after considering if food is processed before purchasing it as of 2024
The results are from the 79 percent of respondents who answered yes to the question: "When shopping for foods and beverages, do you consider whether the food is processed before purchasing that product?"
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