2023 Volume 22 Issue 2 Pages 135-145
During the COVID-19 pandemic, normal activities were significantly restricted, and majority of people were required to work from home. However, the extent to which people’s work and lifestyle were affected varied depending on industry and company size. For some, working from home was a significant change from their pre-pandemic lifestyle, while others who already worked from home did not experience such a drastic change. Previous studies have shown that changes in lifestyle, such as working from home, can affect eating behaviors and daily diet. In this study, we aimed to investigate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on dietary behaviors. Our findings indicated that both men and women had greater opportunities to eat at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to an increased use of ready-to-eat meals. Additionally, our study revealed that people became more environmentally and food-conscious as they spent more time at home to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission.
