The role of convenience stores in healthy food environments: The case of Barcelona (Spain)

Abstract:

The characterization of local food environments is of great importance due to its connection with the health of citizens. Nevertheless, little is known about the in-store availability, quality, and price of healthy items in convenience stores, a food store quickly spreading in urban settings around the globe. To fill this gap, this study explores their contribution to healthy food environments in Barcelona (Spain). We compiled a representative food basket with healthy options and compared it with 170 observations in convenience stores to collect data on the in-store availability, quality, and price. About 66 % sold fruit and vegetables. The quality of fruit and vegetables sold was good-medium. Compared to regular supermarkets, the basket at a convenience store was 18 % more expensive. There were not differences in the availability and quality of products between neighbourhoods of different income levels. We conclude that …

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2023

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