What are the motives underlying Brazilians' food choices? An analysis of the Food Choice Questionnaire and its relationship with different sample characteristics

The first aim of this study was to evaluate the psychometric properties Food Choice Questionnaire (FCQ)—using original model—in a sample 1480 Brazilian adults (69.5% female). second rank reasons underlying participants' food choices using average FCQ scores and 95% confidence interval. third relationship between choice motives characteristics multiple logistic regression odds ratios. validity, invariance across different groups, reliability were confirmed for sample. Sensory appeal price emerged as most important reasons, while ethical concern least valued. factors associated with greater choosing specific being older, female, student; practicing physical activity; dieting frequently; self-rating eating quality good; having higher body mass index; low income. Practical Applications Assessing is complex task, it encompasses several factors, such sensory characteristics, health status, income, culture, lifestyle, cognitive-affective issues; therefore, use appropriate tools should be encouraged. set analyses followed that an adequate instrument participants who valued strongly aspects foods presented (e.g., diet practice) may influence their decisions. These findings guide future research clinical interventions aimed at producing are more oriented well-being.