Preferences and opinions of consumers vs dietitians on cholesterol education materials
Allen, S.S.; Froberg, D.; McCarthy, P.; Myers, S.; Hunninghake, D.B.
Journal of the American Dietetic Association 91(5): 604-606
1991
ISSN/ISBN: 0002-8223 PMID: 2019701 Document Number: 374407
Previous literature had suggested that consumers were predominantly interested in practical, skill-building information for dietary cholesterol managements, while dietitians were more interested in providing both skill-building and background information. The preferences for and opinions on skill-building and/or background information believed by consumers and dietitians to be helpful for consumers of a low-fat diet were compared. The findings suggested that for a highly motivated and educated population who have received some cholesterol counselling, it may be important to provide both background and skill-building information. The results also emphasized the importance of assessing the consumer in regards to motivation, education, social status and previous counselling experiences before determining what skill-building and background information to provide. For a relatively affluent and educated clientele, both background information and practical knowledge may be necessary to meet their educational needs.