This document discusses dietary habits and their influence on diet choices. It defines dietary habits as the decisions people make about what food to eat. Dietary habits are determined by meal patterns, snacking habits, personal tastes, and food availability. Meal patterns, such as eating habits related to work schedules, can influence obesity risk. Snacking habits may also affect diet and health, as snack foods are often unhealthy. Personal food preferences and what is available locally further impact individual diets. The document provides examples of different jobs and lifestyles that can shape dietary choices for better or worse. It also contains tasks and learning objectives related to analyzing how dietary habits and health factors influence diet.