Media Penelitian dan Pengembangan Kesehatan
Vol. 36 No. 1 (2026): MEDIA PENELITIAN DAN PENGEMBANGAN KESEHATAN

Effectiveness of front-of-pack nutrition labels on consumer behavior: implications for food labelling policy in Indonesia

Putri, Maulia Dewi Kurnia (Unknown)
Shaluhiyah, Zahroh (Unknown)
Indraswari, Ratih (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
26 Mar 2026

Abstract

Background: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as obesity, diabetes, and hypertension have become significant global health challenges. One of the main factors contributing to this problem is the high consumption of packaged foods and beverages with excessive sugar, fat, and sodium content. Nutrition information labels have been identified as an effective strategy to raise awareness and encourage healthier consumption behavior change. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of various nutrition information labeling systems, including Front-of-Pack Labeling (FOPL) such as Nutri-Score, Nutri-Grade, Health Star Rating, and warning-based labels, in improving consumer awareness, understanding, and consumption behavior. Methods: A scoping review was conducted using thirteen journals selected based on PRISMA guidelines, focusing on awareness, understanding, and changes in consumption behavior. Results: Intuitive visual labels increased consumer awareness by 75% and reduced sugar consumption by 1.51 grams per serving. Warning-based labels reduced purchases of unhealthy products by 17%. Conclusions: Effective nutrition labeling should adopt clear visual formats and be supported by public education. Further policy recommendations include integrating labeling with education campaigns and additional regulations, such as sugar taxes, to strengthen the long-term impact on healthier consumption patterns.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jmp2k

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Subject

Biochemistry, Genetics & Molecular Biology Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Dentistry Environmental Science Medicine & Pharmacology

Description

Media of Health Research and Development is a journal that was developed to disseminate and discuss scientific papers on health development and other research of health. The journal is intended as a medium of communication for those who were interested to study health, among others, for researchers, ...