Research methodology:
We have taken the following efforts to carry out our studies:
- we have conducted a survey based on the questionnaire we have
prepared (for the details of the questionnaire see appendix) - we have surveyed among 100 persons and compiled and analysed
the responses. - we have extensively searched in the internet for various related
facts and incorporated them in the report where appropriate. - we have also referred classic volumes and annotated the same In
our report. The bibliography contains the details of the books we
have referred and the websites from which we have obtained
valuable information.
Survey report:
Key facts
Survey coverage: IIT campus, t. nagar , nungambakkam, amjikarai
Set Sample size: 100
Response Rate: 95 %
Type of survey: Face-to-face interviews + questionnaire
This data is based on analysis of the responses to our questionnaire regarding
our project Food as Medicine. Our thanks to all who took the time to fill out the
questionnaire. Our group has decided to take a survey to understand and
analyze the following:
- level of health consciousness/ concern
- awareness about the medicinal properties of food
- knowledge about home remedies
- the changing trends
LEVEL OF HEALTH CONCIOUSNESS:
It should come as no surprise that our respondents are interested in their health
and are making diet decisions that involve adding specific foods believed to be
good for health to their diet. Fully 93% of those who responded indicated that
they believed changes to their diet could improve their health.