Abstract

Author(s): Fatih CESUR*

Objective: Changes in the dietary habits of volunteer participants before, during, and after the pandemic were analyzed.

Methods: In this study the questionnaire was distributed to individuals via Google form internet connection in 2021-2023.

Results: 1323 people participated in the study. When compared before and after the pandemic, a significant difference was found in the consumption of fortifying foods (p<0.001), functional foods (p<0.001), foods that strengthen the immune system (p<0.001), and probiotic and prebiotic (p<0.001) foods. Physical activity levels decreased significantly during and after the pandemic compared to before the pandemic. Consumption of all food groups in healthcare workers, students, and other groups (retired, unemployed, etc.) increased significantly during the pandemic. There was a significant difference in probiotic and functional food consumption before and after the pandemic. Compared to before and after the pandemic, pre-probiotic consumption decreased from 59.30% to 40.70%. Functional food consumption decreased from 55.70% to 44.30%.

Conclusion: It is seen that the pandemic changed the dietary habits of individuals, but after the pandemic, individuals’ interest in these foods decreased and they returned to their pre-pandemic diet.