The impact of Corona pandemic on consumer's food consumption - vulnerability of households with children and income losses and change in sustainable consumption behavior

This study demonstrates that the corona pandemic has a significant impact on consumers’ eating habits. More food is eaten, and more convenience products such as ready-made meals and canned food with a longer shelf life are purchased. The consumption of alcohol and sweets has also increased. In return, there is a reduced consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables. The findings reveal that families who are financially affected by the pandemic represent a vulnerable group. With the ongoing pandemic, repeated lockdowns, corona-related closings of schools and kindergartens, severe health consequences are to expect in the medium to long term, especially for this population group.