In this paper we tested the predictive power of the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), when the target behavior is consuming traditional foods of one's province (Trentino, Italy). Meat-based products were considered, and students attending senior high schools were surveyed. TPB and TPB + past behavior were tested, using structural equation models. We found that consumption intentions were predicted by attitude, subjective norms and past behavior; behavior was in turn predicted by intentions, perceived control, and past behavior. Both TPB and TPB + past behavior explained a large amount of variance in intentions, and a moderate amount in behavior. We also examined the relationship between TPB constructs and behavioral beliefs and identification (with the province). Findings demonstrate the predictive power of TPB; they also suggest strategies that can be followed to orient consumption in directions beneficial to health.

Consuming traditional food products of one's province: A test of planned behavior theory

Visintin Emilio Paolo;
2012

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In this paper we tested the predictive power of the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), when the target behavior is consuming traditional foods of one's province (Trentino, Italy). Meat-based products were considered, and students attending senior high schools were surveyed. TPB and TPB + past behavior were tested, using structural equation models. We found that consumption intentions were predicted by attitude, subjective norms and past behavior; behavior was in turn predicted by intentions, perceived control, and past behavior. Both TPB and TPB + past behavior explained a large amount of variance in intentions, and a moderate amount in behavior. We also examined the relationship between TPB constructs and behavioral beliefs and identification (with the province). Findings demonstrate the predictive power of TPB; they also suggest strategies that can be followed to orient consumption in directions beneficial to health.
2012
Visintin, Emilio Paolo; Crovato, Stefania; Falvo, Rossella; Canova, Luigina; Ravarotto, Licia; Capozza, Dora
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