American consumers tend to approach wellness in a variety of ways. SHS FoodThink examined 7 wellness philosophies that range from Holistic to Not Right Now.
Not all consumers respond to the same messaging. Marketers can target their approach by speaking to the right segments and knowing their motivators.
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1. All data sourced from “Our Plight to Eat Right, “Sullivan Higdon & Sink FoodThink,
2014. The study was built on research from nearly 2,004 U.S. consumers.
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Many consumers try to eat
healthy, with varying degrees
of commitment (and success).
Wellness
Commitment
Fluctuates, Falters
Consumers tend to approach wellness in a variety of ways –
seven, actually.
We’ve All Got Our Philosophies
HOLISTIC
7%
REFORMER
8%
MODERATE
MAINTENANCE
23%
DO IT MY WAY
I AM WHO I AM
NOT RIGHT NOW
HEALTHY NOT SO HEALTHY
IN IT TO WIN IT
7%
34%
15%
4%
When it comes to wellness, moderation and self motivation is
key to many.
Moderation Matters
The 5 C’s Impeding Healthy Eating
COST
62%
CHANGE IS HARD
46%
CORPORATE
PERCEPTIONS
41%
CAN’T COOK
17%
Not all consumers respond to the same messaging. Target your
approach by speaking their language and knowing their motivators.
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CONVENIENCE
47%
32%
44%
24%
Committed
to Health
Not So
Committed
to Health
In the
Middle
I stay healthy because it’s fun. I play sports
and stay active for the social aspect. I enjoy
setting goals and looking good.
Segments:
Hispanic
Parents
Organic
Men
Millennials
High income
Motivators:
Social influence
Enjoy being active
Setting good example for
kids
IN
IT TO WIN IT
Healthy living is a way of life. My body
is a temple, so I exercise regularly and
eat healthy, natural foods.
Segments:
Organic
Good cooks
Pre-Boomers
High income
Motivators:
Physical strength
Enjoy being active
Setting good example for
kids
Higher energy level
HO
LISTIC APPROA
CH
I try to live healthy, but I don’t follow a
particular diet. I just do what works for me.
Segments:
Pre-Boomers
Motivators:
Enjoy being active
Overall well-being
DO IT MY WAY
I don’t worry about exercise or eating right.
I have other things to worry about, so I just
try to get through the day.
Segments:
Bad cooks
Unemployed
Men
Low income
Motivators:
None
I AM WHO I AM
Segments:
Single
Bad cooks
Low income
Motivators:
None
Social influence
NOT RIGHT NOW
Health isn’t really a priority. I occasionally
exercise, and at some point, I’ll start
eating healthier.
Segments:
Organic
High income
Parents
Gen-Xers
Women
Motivators:
Weight loss
Social influence
Physical appearance
Setting good example for
kids
THE REFORMERI frequently diet and seek help managing my
health. Sometimes I relapse, but then I jump
back on a diet.
I just try to maintain my weight and eat a
fairly healthy diet.
Segments:
Pre-Boomers
MODE
RATE MAINTEN
ANCE
Motivators:
Maintaining healthy weight
Prevent illness and disease
MODERATE
NOT SO
HEALTHY
CONSUMER
SEGMENT
MOTIVATORS SUGGESTED
MESSAGES
Being active
Having energy
Gives energy to
keep you going
Overall well-being
Maintain weight
Part of a balanced
diet and a better
lifestyle
Social influence
Convenience and ease
Healthy eats
made easy
HEALTHY
WELLNESS ATTITUDES:
DOESN’T FIT ALL
ONE SIZE