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Consumer and Dietary Behaviour of Polish Silver Singles (Zachowania konsumpcyjne i zywieniowe polskich srebrnych singli)

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  • Tomasz Zalega

    (Faculty of Management, University of Warsaw)

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Purpose: The goal of the study is to analyse food expenditure, dietary behaviour and the frequency of food purchases in Polish silver singles’ households as well as key factors affecting their decisions in this respect. Design/methodology: The analysis is based on a??survey questionnaire administered between 1 February and 30 October 2018 in a?? sample of 2476 elderly people living alone in ten Polish cities of various populations and sizes. In accordance with the research assumptions, the sample included persons over 65 years of age who took independent consumer decisions in the market. This research method was chosen in view of the older age of respondents whose openness to new media often used in direct research is limited. Findings: The survey shows that the level of consumption of most food products depends on the disposable income of silver singles. While shopping for food, most single seniors pay attention to whether food is healthy, make sure that their diet is rich in vitamins and minerals, and that the products consumed are fresh and do not contain preservatives. Yet, they attach the greatest importance to the price and quality of food as well as numerous promotions offered by shops whereas they care less about fashion and the wish to stand out. Research limitations/implications: Given the limited financial capacity, the study of consumer and dietary behaviour of silver singles was confined to a?? survey conducted in the biggest Polish cities. It was not possible to carry out research among single seniors living in rural areas. Following the conclusions made, they should not be treated as representative of the population of Polish silver singles. They only provide some insight into actual consumer and dietary behaviours of this consumer segment. Originality/value: This article is one of few publications in Poland that seek to provide some insight into consumer and dietary behaviour of Polish silver singles.

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  • Tomasz Zalega, 2020. "Consumer and Dietary Behaviour of Polish Silver Singles (Zachowania konsumpcyjne i zywieniowe polskich srebrnych singli)," Problemy Zarzadzania, University of Warsaw, Faculty of Management, vol. 18(87), pages 134-158.
    • Handle: RePEc:sgm:pzwzuw:v:18:i:87:y:2020:p:134-158
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    Keywords

    silver singles; needs; consumer behaviour; dietary behaviour; food products;
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    JEL classification:

    • D12 - Microeconomics - - Household Behavior - - - Consumer Economics: Empirical Analysis
    • D19 - Microeconomics - - Household Behavior - - - Other

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