The impact of the economic crisis on the dietary habits of older people in greece

Abstract

Since 2009, Greece has been undergoing severe socioeconomic debt crises. This condition affects the nutrition habits of individuals. The elderly is one of the age groups that has affected. This study investigates if socioeconomic debt crises has changed the dietary habits of the elderly and the way they buy food. The sample consisted of 168 men and 132 women. A structured questionnaire containing closed-ended questions was used. The sampling was performed both in an urban center and in the countryside. The results show that the income has decline (78% in men and 75% in women). There are food cuts in all age and income groups. The whole context of the reductions seems to move older people away from the Mediterranean diet and high-quality foods, both of which are considered expensive, with the consequent health effects. © 2021 Didactic Asociation Andalucia. All rights reserved.