What Drives Fast Food Consumption in Asian Low- and Middle-Income Countries?-A Narrative Review of Patterns and Influencing Factors.

ABSTRACT: Fast food has become a common dietary choice worldwide, with significant health consequences. In low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), particularly in Asia, the consumption of fast food has risen, yet research providing a comprehensive summary of fast food consumption patterns is limited. Therefore, this review consolidates evidence on the patterns and factors influencing fast food consumption in Asian LMICs. A comprehensive literature search was conducted using PubMed, Google Scholar, and references of relevant studies, covering peer-reviewed articles published in English from January 1, 2011, to June 30, 2023. A total of 87 studies met the inclusion criteria, encompassing data from 178,554 individuals across 26 countries. The findings indicated a higher fast food consumption with a p

SUBMITTER: Hassan R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12320721 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature