Title of article :
The Need for Revision of Food Literacy Policies in Iranian Universities during COVID-19: Solutions from the Scientific Evidence
Author/Authors :
Bamir ، Mousa Sirjan School of Medical Sciences , Farahbakhsh ، Salman Department of Professional Health - Sirjan School of Medical Sciences , Daneshi ، Salman Department of Public Health - School of Health - Jiroft University of Medical Sciences , Sadeghi ، Reza Department of Public Health - Sirjan School of Medical Sciences , Jafari ، Hamid Department of Medical Emergencies - Sirjan School of Medical Sciences
Abstract :
he World Health Organization, defines health literacy as cognitive and social skills increasing the motivation and ability of individuals to acquire information to promote and maintain their health (Tugut et al., 2021). Nowadays, food literacy, as a subset of health literacy are receiving serious attention worldwide (Vamos et al., 2021). Food literacy has been defined as a vital element in improving food insecurity and increasing food knowledge and skills with the aim of improving healthy eating behavior, which leads to reducing food hygiene inequalities (Steils and Obaidalahe, 2020).
Journal title :
Journal of Nutrition and Food Security (JNFS)
Journal title :
Journal of Nutrition and Food Security (JNFS)
