Preferences, Perceptions, and Use of Online Nutrition Content Among Young Australian Adults: Qualitative Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Nutrition misinformation is pervasive on frequently accessed online sources such as social media platforms and websites. Young adults are at a high risk of viewing or engaging with this content due to their high internet and social media usage.

Objective

This study aimed to understand young adults' preferences, perceptions, and use of online nutrition content.

Methods

Young Australian adults (aged 18-25 years) were recruited and interviewed individually via video calling (Zoom; Zoom Video Communications) between December 2023 and February 2024. Participants were recruited via convenience sampling using Facebook advertising. The interviewer followed a semistructured format, and questions were guided using a piloted template. Reflexive thematic analysis was c

SUBMITTER: Lam BT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12519026 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature