The coherence of food and agricultural policies with NCD prevention in South Africa: the case of fruit and vegetable policies study: knowledge and attitudes towards fruit and vegetable consumption among communities in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga

Key Points

• The report analyzes attitudes and knowledge regarding fruit and vegetable consumption to support NCD prevention efforts.
• Conducted Focus Group Discussions in KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, and Gauteng.
• Subdivided groups by gender to better capture diverse perspectives and attitudes.
• Examined participant knowledge on health benefits of fruits and vegetables.
• Participants expressed varied knowledge of the health benefits of fruits and vegetables.
• Attitudes towards consumption differed significantly by gender, informing tailored awareness strategies.
• Insights suggest that improved understanding could enhance consumption and support NCD prevention efforts.