A Study on Awareness of Nutritional Value and Health Risks of Fast Food among College Students in Virudhunagar District

Abstract

This study investigates the extent to which college students in Virudhunagar District learn the health risk and nutritional values of fast food consumption. The researchers presented a structured questionnaire to 150 students to obtain data on their level of nutritional awareness and eating habits. The results indicate that a significant proportion of students consume fast food frequently even when unaware of the nutritional values and health risks. The statistical test revealed a significant association between frequency of fast food consumption and nutritional-awareness of fast food. The study demonstrates the need for nutrition education interventions to improve students’ awareness and eating habits. The researchers suggested nutrition campaigns to increase awareness of health eating habits, and accessibility of healthy food on campus.