cultural values, traditions and practices

• FPO

  • Factor: Cultural values, traditions and practices
  • Process: These cultural values and traditions influence the choices and behaviours of the community. This includes the preservation and transmission of certain practices and overtime, these cultural elements shape collective preferences, guiding what is considered desirable, acceptable, or traditional within a society
  • outcome: affect preferences for certain types of foods, materials and energy sources 
• Example

  in many Mediterranean cultures, the tradition of eating a diet rich in olive oil, fresh vegetables, and fish has been passed down through generations. This dietary preference is deeply rooted in the region's history, religious practices, and agricultural environment, reinforcing the cultural value of eating fresh, local foods