Healthcare professionals' knowledge of organic foods and their health impact: a survey-based analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Organic foods are often considered healthier and more sustainable, yet healthcare professionals' understanding and perceptions remain unclear. This study aimed to evaluate their knowledge and perceptions related to organic foods and associated barriers.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was conducted among employees at a large hospital in São Paulo, Brazil, between June and July 2024. Using a non-probabilistic convenience sample, an online questionnaire collected sociodemographic data, lifestyle characteristics, and information on participants' knowledge and perception of organic foods. Descriptive statistics, Chi-Square tests, and logistic regression were applied to identify factors associated with the lack of knowledge.

Results

A total of 199 questionnaire

SUBMITTER: Bersch-Ferreira AC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12375199 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature