The consumption of salt, sugar and trans fats and the nutritional profile in the Republic of Moldova

Abstract

The objective of this study is to highlight the attitude of consumers in the Republic of Moldova regarding the amount of salt, sugar and saturated fat. Data collection was carried out between January and June 2022. The questionnaire aimed at identifying the food preferences of the adult population, analyzing their practices, attitudes, behavior and knowledge. The results showed that salt consumption is high and 64% of respondents do not take measures to limit it. Products with a high sugar content are part of the respondents' diet often in the case of 31.90%, sometimes in the case of 33.50%, and 7.70% always consume them. The most alarming is the fact that 38.80% of respondents would find it very difficult to give up these products, and 47.30% do not take any measures to control sugar consumption.