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The FDA's latest survey on health and nutrition found that while consumers have good health intentions, this does not carry through to their dietary habits, according to www.foodnavigator-usa.com.

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Editor's Insight: This survey won't surprise anyone in the refreshment services business. It has long frustrated vending and onsite foodservice operators that customers ask for healthier offerings but don't follow through when it comes to making selections.

The demographic aspects of this report might be helpful to some operators. Women and older consumers are more cognizant of health and nutrition than men and younger consumers. Operators should take this into account when deciding what products to merchandise. 05-09-08