The Korean Journal of Food & Health Convergence (식품보건융합연구)

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Research on the Senior Food Industry and Revitalization: focusing on HMR products

  • JeungSun LEE (Dept. of Mortuary Science, College of Bio Convergence, Eulji University) ;
  • Seong Soo CHA (Dept. of Food Science and Service, College of Bio-Convergence, Eulji University)
  • Received : 2023.10.17
  • Accepted : 2023.11.17
  • Published : 2023.11.30
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Abstract

As the elderly population is rapidly increasing not only domestically but also globally, convenience foods for the elderly population are receiving attention. Therefore, the senior food market continues to grow rapidly both domestically and overseas. In relation to this, this study seeks to explore convenience food preferences through the growth status of the convenience food market and the demand for convenience food among the elderly population. We would like to consider various factors that influence the increase in convenience food consumption among the elderly population. This study uses meta-analysis and systematic literature research to find ways to revitalize the convenience food market targeting the elderly population. As a result of the analysis, it was mentioned that in order to revitalize the convenience food market for the elderly population, it is important to develop products with high nutritional value, suitable for the physical characteristics of the elderly population, and low price, and to consider convenience and accessibility. Through a multifaceted approach, we aim to increase the need for convenient food products that meet the needs of the elderly population, contribute to improving the health and well-being of the elderly, and further efficiently manage the health of the elderly nationally and globally.

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