Strengthening Trust in Nutrition Science Affected by Disinformation

Year 2024, , 113 - 122, 06.05.2024

Funda Işık

https://doi.org/10.61535/bseusbfd.1392264

Abstract

Dissemination of misinformation in nutrition undermines public trust, propagating misleading information that poses health risks. Factors such as inadequate nutrition literacy, fad diets, information overload, and misinterpreting scientific knowledge can influence individuals and decrease confidence in nutrition science. Incorrect and conflicting nutrition information can negatively impact consumers' attitudes, beliefs, and behavioral intentions. Health-related misinformation creates a false sense of health trust, hinders access to appropriate health services, and may lead to unnecessary expenses. Health professionals, health authorities, and governments are important in strengthening confidence in nutrition science. Enhancing scientific communication, promoting nutrition education, and utilizing social media responsibly is crucial for increasing public trust in nutrition science. This study examines factors influencing public trust in nutrition science, issues arising from misinformation, and proposed solutions.

Keywords

Nutrition, Public Trust, Disinformation, Public Health, Nutrition Education

Dezenformasyondan Etkilenen Beslenme Bilimine Olan Güvenin Güçlendirilmesi

Abstract

Beslenmeyle ilgili dezenformasyon, halkın güvenini sarsarak sağlık riskleri oluşturan yanıltıcı bilgilerin yayılmasına neden olmaktadır. Yetersiz beslenme okuryazarlığı, moda diyetler, bilgi kirliliği ve bilimsel bilginin yanlış yorumlanması gibi faktörler, insanların bu tür bilgilerden etkilenmesine ve beslenme bilimine olan güvenin azalmasına yol açabilir. Yanlış ve çelişkili beslenme bilgileri, tüketicilerin tutumlarını, inançlarını ve davranışsal niyetlerini olumsuz etkileyebilir. Sağlıkla ilgili yanlış yönlendirmeler, sadece sağlıkla ilgili yanlış bir güven duygusu oluşturmaz, aynı zamanda uygun sağlık hizmetlerine erişimi de engelleyebilir ve gereksiz harcamalara sebep olabilir. Beslenme bilimine olan güvenin güçlendirilmesi için sağlık profesyonelleri, sağlık otoriteleri ve devletlere önemli görevler düşmektedir. Halkın beslenme bilimine olan güveninin artırılması için bilimsel iletişimin geliştirilmesi, beslenme eğitimlerinin yaygınlaştırılması ve sosyal medyanın doğru kullanımı gibi adımlar önemlidir. Bu çalışmada, halkın beslenme bilimine olan güvenini etkileyen faktörler, dezenformasyonun yarattığı sorunlar ve çözüm önerileri incelenmiştir.

Keywords

Beslenme, Kamu Güveni, Dezenformasyon, Halk Sağlığı, Beslenme Eğitimi

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