Here's a List of Foods That Can Boost Your Mood, According to Indonesians
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A survey by Katadata Insight Center (KIC) shows that 9 out of 10 respondents believe that food and beverages can improve one's mood.
Among food groups, chocolate is perceived as a mood-boosting food. It is followed by ice cream and fruits.
Below is a list of food types that Indonesian respondents believe can improve their mood, according to the KIC survey:
- Chocolate: 87.9%
- Ice cream: 83.2%
- Fruits: 56.2%
- Noodles: 41.3%
- Cookies and biscuits: 35.8%
- Candy: 26.8%
- Ready-to-eat frozen food: 26.4%
- Wafers: 19.2%
- Ciki (savory snacks): 16.6%
- Cereal: 13.7%
The survey also recorded the top three chocolate brands most recognized by respondents: SilverQueen (91.8%), KitKat (87.1%), and Cadbury (83.4%).
The top three ice cream brands are Wall's (94%), Campina (89.2%), and Aice (86%).
KIC conducted this survey online from July 19-27, 2025, involving 637 respondents across Indonesia.
The majority, or 63.3%, of respondents were millennials (27-42 years old), 32.7% Gen Z (17-26 years old), and 4% Gen X (42-58 years old).
The full report can be downloaded here.
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