Authors

  1. Chan, Lauren MS, RDN, LDN
  2. Brody, Rebecca PhD, RDN, LDN, CNSC
  3. Dobak, Stephanie MS, RDN, LDN, CNSC
  4. Peterson, Sarah PhD, RDN, LDN, CNSC

Abstract

Nutrition and dietetics education content is uncommon on online platforms. This cross-sectional study evaluated learning preferences and YouTube usage for nutrition education via a Web-based survey of 185 members of Dietitians in Nutrition Support. In-person learning (43%) and video (33%) were preferred learning modalities. Age (P = .008) and practice years (P = .02) were significantly different between modality preference. More than one-half of respondents have used and recommended a video for nutrition education. Top barriers for using educational videos were lack of relevant content and challenges identifying valid resources. Nutrition organizations should prioritize building relevant, evidenced-based video content for education.