Research Article

Determination of the Amount of Food Waste and Improving Meals to Reduce Food Waste in the University Refectory

Volume: 9 Number: 1 January 16, 2025
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Determination of the Amount of Food Waste and Improving Meals to Reduce Food Waste in the University Refectory

Abstract

Determining the amount of food waste is crucial for identifying specific areas needing improvement and for measuring the effectiveness of implemented changes. This study aimed to assess food waste in university cafeterias before and after implementing menu improvements and nutritional awareness initiatives. Data collection included food waste measurements, nutrition knowledge seminars, and surveys conducted from December 2020 to August 2021. Menu improvements involved standardizing recipes and enhancing the texture, color, and flavor of meals. Educational initiatives, such as seminars, posters, and brochures, were used to raise awareness about food waste. Overall, food waste decreased significantly after menu changes, particularly in soups, main courses, and second courses (P < 0.05), with the exception of salads and desserts. There were no significant differences in participant characteristics before and after the improvements (P > 0.05). Satisfaction with menu quality and meal service increased significantly (P < 0.001), and participants' awareness of food waste improved (P < 0.05). The findings indicate that menu improvements and increased nutritional awareness can effectively reduce food waste, thereby mitigating negative environmental and economic impacts.

Keywords

Supporting Institution

Kapadokya Üniversitesi Bilimsel Araştırma ve Proje birimi

Project Number

Project ID: KÜN.2020-DG-002

Ethical Statement

Etik Belgesi ek dosya olarak sunulmuştur.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Nutrition and Dietetics (Other), Gastronomy, Food Sustainability

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

January 16, 2025

Submission Date

June 21, 2024

Acceptance Date

August 15, 2024

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 9 Number: 1

APA
Demir Özer, E., Küçükkatırcı Baykan, H., Esen, M. K., Canarslan, B., Boyacı, D., & Şenol, V. (2025). Determination of the Amount of Food Waste and Improving Meals to Reduce Food Waste in the University Refectory. Aydın Gastronomy, 9(1), 43-57. https://izlik.org/JA48YW83GT
AMA
1.Demir Özer E, Küçükkatırcı Baykan H, Esen MK, Canarslan B, Boyacı D, Şenol V. Determination of the Amount of Food Waste and Improving Meals to Reduce Food Waste in the University Refectory. A-GASTRO. 2025;9(1):43-57. https://izlik.org/JA48YW83GT
Chicago
Demir Özer, Ezgi, Hürmet Küçükkatırcı Baykan, Mustafa Kadir Esen, Büşra Canarslan, Dorukan Boyacı, and Vesile Şenol. 2025. “Determination of the Amount of Food Waste and Improving Meals to Reduce Food Waste in the University Refectory”. Aydın Gastronomy 9 (1): 43-57. https://izlik.org/JA48YW83GT.
EndNote
Demir Özer E, Küçükkatırcı Baykan H, Esen MK, Canarslan B, Boyacı D, Şenol V (January 1, 2025) Determination of the Amount of Food Waste and Improving Meals to Reduce Food Waste in the University Refectory. Aydın Gastronomy 9 1 43–57.
IEEE
[1]E. Demir Özer, H. Küçükkatırcı Baykan, M. K. Esen, B. Canarslan, D. Boyacı, and V. Şenol, “Determination of the Amount of Food Waste and Improving Meals to Reduce Food Waste in the University Refectory”, A-GASTRO, vol. 9, no. 1, pp. 43–57, Jan. 2025, [Online]. Available: https://izlik.org/JA48YW83GT
ISNAD
Demir Özer, Ezgi - Küçükkatırcı Baykan, Hürmet - Esen, Mustafa Kadir - Canarslan, Büşra - Boyacı, Dorukan - Şenol, Vesile. “Determination of the Amount of Food Waste and Improving Meals to Reduce Food Waste in the University Refectory”. Aydın Gastronomy 9/1 (January 1, 2025): 43-57. https://izlik.org/JA48YW83GT.
JAMA
1.Demir Özer E, Küçükkatırcı Baykan H, Esen MK, Canarslan B, Boyacı D, Şenol V. Determination of the Amount of Food Waste and Improving Meals to Reduce Food Waste in the University Refectory. A-GASTRO. 2025;9:43–57.
MLA
Demir Özer, Ezgi, et al. “Determination of the Amount of Food Waste and Improving Meals to Reduce Food Waste in the University Refectory”. Aydın Gastronomy, vol. 9, no. 1, Jan. 2025, pp. 43-57, https://izlik.org/JA48YW83GT.
Vancouver
1.Ezgi Demir Özer, Hürmet Küçükkatırcı Baykan, Mustafa Kadir Esen, Büşra Canarslan, Dorukan Boyacı, Vesile Şenol. Determination of the Amount of Food Waste and Improving Meals to Reduce Food Waste in the University Refectory. A-GASTRO [Internet]. 2025 Jan. 1;9(1):43-57. Available from: https://izlik.org/JA48YW83GT

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