Table 3 Determinants of food choice grouped according to broad categories*
From: Determinants of Food Choice in Athletes: A Systematic Scoping Review
Category | Determinant / outcomes |
|---|---|
Physiological factors | Sensory (e.g. taste) Illness/health condition Food allergy Gut comfort |
Cultural background, food beliefs and preferences | Preference Familiarity Animal welfare Political values Environmental/sustainability Cultural background/beliefs |
Socio- demographic | Age Sex Sport Nationality |
Psychological factors | Nervousness Body image Guilt Mood Enjoyment |
Health and nutrition perceptions | Trust Healthiness Natural content Nutritional content Food quality |
Sport and stage of competition | Season/phase Experience Playing weight/weight control Timing in regard to competition Enhanced performance |
Situational influences | Time to eat Routine Cost Convenience Social media Marketing Travelling Accessibility Exploratory eating Weather Food safety |
Interpersonal factors including the influence of others | Teammates/peers Family |