Design Implications Towards Human-Centric Semantic Recommenders for Sustainable Food Consumption

Abstract

The significance of food is evident in the myriad challenges confronting contemporary society, including the increasing prevalence of diet-related diseases, food waste with its adverse economic, environmental, and social impacts, and the significant impact of food production on environmental issues, among others. As the negative health and environmental impacts of dietary patterns become more evident, there is a growing demand for personalized and sustainable food recommendations to promote healthier and planet-friendly choices. This study aims to enrich the theoretical underpinnings of food recommender systems with an emphasis on sustainable food consumption, by integrating insights from existing research, behavior change theories, and Industry 5.0 digitization concepts on humanity-centered technologies.