The reasons and barriers for consuming meat alternative proteins: a systematic review of the literature
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https://doi.org/10.51359/2526-7884.2024.261588Keywords:
Alternatives to meat, consumer behavior, plant-basedAbstract
One possible solution to face current environmental and health challenges is to replace meat consumption with alternative sources. One option is the so-called plant-based alternatives to meat, products made on a vegetable basis. The market for alternative meat products is growing. Thus, the food industry seeks to produce products that mimic meat. Therefore, it is opportune to bring to the scientific environment studies that analyze consumer behavior of this alternative product to meat. Through a systematic review, to increase knowledge regarding the reasons and barriers that influence the consumer of plant-based alternative foods to meat. Application of the ProKnow-C method. A total of 19 articles were selected. After bibliometric analysis, the journal Appetite, the author Michael Siegrist, and the article “Meatless days“ or “less but better"? Exploring strategies to adapt Western meat consumption to health and sustainability challenges” were highlighted in the knowledge area addressed. Knowledge concerning the current scientific research situation about plant-based products. Cover existing gaps in scientific research on consumer behavior of plant-based products.
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