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Meal Planning as a Behavioral Pathway Linking Digital Food and Nutrition Literacy to Diet Quality

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Objectives: Digital food and nutrition literacy (DFNL) may influence dietary behaviors by enabling individuals to access and apply online nutrition information, with meal planning representing a potential behavioral pathway linking DFNL to diet quality. This study examined whether meal planning mediates the relationship between DFNL and diet quality.

Source: Current Developments in Nutrition

DOI: 10.1016/j.cdnut.2026.108832

Authors: Daniela C Avelino, Michael Puglisi, Ock K Chun, Valerie Duffy

Institution: University of Connecticut

Language: English

Topic: Health Literacy and Information Accessibility

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Zero hunger

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $5,000