Consumption profile of fish in Belo Horizonte’s city, MG

Abstract

The aim of this study was to determine the frequency of consumption of fish flesh and derivatives in Belo Horizonte's city, to determine the major sites of acquisition and consumption of the product. The hundred ninety six people were interviewed through a quiz containing eleven questions. Data were tabulated in editing software spreadsheet and graphics generated. Fish is the least meat consumed less in Belo Horizonte's city. The frequency of consumption was two or more times a month (25,3%). Homes were the principal place of consumption (80,3%), and supermarkets were determined as site of largest acquisition (71,5%).

Keywords

• peixe
• derivados de peixe
• hábito de consumo