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Extrapolating the data collected in two communities in Ourique to the national reality, we would be looking at food waste figures of around 376 thousand tonnes, states Zero.
A study by the Portuguese Nutrition Association (APN) provides an unprecedented profile of the food literacy levels of the Portuguese population. On average, 57.7% of the adult population has some access to information on nutrition and food, but difficulties in translating this knowledge into healthier choices are evident. According to the study, which surveyed 1,000 people with the support of the Continente chain and was conducted by the company Pitagórica, 44% of the Portuguese are “compulsive consumers.” This term does not refer to the quantity of food consumed or eating habits, but identifies varying levels of food literacy. These consumers have minimal meal planning, poor management and selection of food choices, and low food preparation skills. Furthermore, socioeconomic challenges significantly impact food literacy levels. Young adults, those with stable employment, and families with higher incomes have the highest levels of knowledge, while the elderly, the unemployed, those living alone, and those with lower incomes are among the least informed and least capable of making good dietary choices.
The Chinese community in Portugal increased from 3,282 in 2000 to 23,025 in 2021.
On Christmas Eve, shops sold right up until they shut. The main choices among the Portuguese for Christmas purchases were books, clothing, traditional games and technology.
