Tag: Government health websites

According to the World Health Organization, consuming a healthy diet helps to prevent a range of noncommunicable diseases and conditions. However, in today's digital age, discerning where can I get accurate nutrition information can be a major challenge, with misinformation spreading rapidly and often presented as fact.

Despite the abundance of online health resources, a 2018 study found that young adults perceive healthcare professionals as the most reliable source of nutrition information, even while primarily using online resources. We explore which of the following is the most accurate source of nutrition information and how to distinguish it from misleading sources.