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Aug 2023
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243: Mis- and Disinformation in Nutritio...

Melissa Joy Dobbins, MS, RD, CDE
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A new paper published in the Journal of Nutrition addresses mis- and disinformation in food science and nutrition and how this impacts practitioners and the public. The introduction and expansion of social media has created opportunities for credible health professionals but also challenges in that self-proclaimed experts use this platform to get attention, grow their brands and ultimately, spread mis- and disinformation.

This episode sheds light on the attention economy, where stories, regardless of accuracy, vie for scarce online attention and discusses the importance of learned critical thinking, encouraging listeners to question information, overcome personal biases, and prioritize relationships during challenging conversations. The role of registered dietitians as trusted sources of nutrition information is emphasized and listeners are urged to seek clarity from professionals when encountering contradictory claims. The dynamic nature of science is highlighted, urging openness to new knowledge and questioning of outdated beliefs. Overall, the episode equips listeners with valuable tools to discern credible nutrition information amidst the sea of misinformation and disinformation.

Tune into this episode with Dr. Cami Ryan and Dietitian Connie Diekman to learn about:

·       Why the authors decided to publish a paper on the topic

·       Why it’s important for nutrition professionals and the public to be aware of this issue

·       The distinction between misinformation and disinformation

·       The attention economy

·       Critical thinking – what it is and how it impacts nutrition practice

·       Code of ethics for nutrition professionals

·       Responsibilities of nutrition practitioners

·       How the introduction and expansion of social media has created more challenges

·       Why perpetuation of misinformation harms society

·       References and resources for the public and health professionals  

This episode has been submitted to CDR for 1.0 free CEU.

Full shownotes and resources at: https://soundbitesrd.com/243      

      

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