Food Information, Communication and Education: Eating Knowledge

Food Information,Communication and Education explores the role of media in producing and transforming knowledge about food, featuring European case studies and examining topics such as popularized knowledge, trustworthy knowledge, nutrition education, and political and ideological implications.

Format: Hardback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 19 May 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Food Information, Communication, and Education delve into the intricate interplay of various media in shaping and disseminating knowledge about food. It explores the concept of 'eating knowledge,' encompassing knowledge about food and food practices, which permeates cooking classes, the daily press, school textbooks, social media, popular magazines, and other forms of media. Moreover, a diverse array of actors, including food producers, advertising agencies, celebrity chefs, teachers, food bloggers, and government institutions, have assumed the crucial role of informing and educating the public about food.

This interdisciplinary collection, featuring a rich array of European case studies, offers a profound exploration of the processes of mediatization, circulation, and reception of knowledge related to food within specific social contexts. It addresses a wide range of topics, including:

• The transmission of popularized knowledge about food across generations.
• The establishment of trust in the context of today's food risk society.
• A critical evaluation of nutrition education initiatives targeted at children.
• The political and ideological implications of food information policy and practice.

By examining these diverse aspects, Food Information, Communication, and Education contribute to a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics that shape our perceptions, attitudes, and behaviors regarding food. It sheds light on the ways in which media, actors, and social environments interact to shape our knowledge and understanding of food, ultimately influencing our dietary choices and health outcomes.

Weight: 536g
Dimension: 163 x 242 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350162501