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The Sustainable Food Choice: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Consumer Food Behaviour explores the intricate relationship between individual preferences, societal norms, and global challenges in the pursuit of sustainable eating habits. Featuring contributions from experts across various fields, the book delves into the nutritional, social, and psychological foundations of food choices, the influence of technology and innovation, and the role of policy in guiding consumer behavior. Through comprehensive analysis and case studies, it offers a roadmap for promoting environmentally friendly and health-conscious food consumption patterns. The book is structured into three sections, with each part focusing on unique aspects of sustainable eating. Highlights include chapters on psychological predictors of food choices, the impact of political attitudes, mindfulness in eating, front-of-package labeling, and smartphone interventions. It provides a holistic understanding of how science, mindfulness, and technology can be leveraged to encourage sustainable food choices.

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Valentina Carfora, PhD, is a Professor of Social Psychology at the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart. Her research primarily focuses on applied social psychology, health psychology, and consumer psychology. She investigates the psychological mechanisms underlying behavior change, with a particular emphasis on the effects of persuasive communication—such as message framing and digital tailored interventions—on promoting sustainable and health-oriented behaviors. These include increased fruit and vegetable consumption, reduced meat intake, the incorporation of novel foods, organic and locally sourced food choices, sustainable fashion consumption, and regular physical activity.

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