Study Shows Employees Lack Nutritional Knowledge
Healthy at work? Maybe not.
The 2017 Food & Health study has found that most Americans remain confused about "healthy" food and overall nutrition. 80% of Americans reported finding conflicting information about which foods to avoid and which to eat, which in turn decreases confidence in their own dieting decisions. When respondents were asked to link a food or nutrient to a desired health benefit, a mere 45% of respondents were able to do so. In addition, most respondents admitted they're more likely to ask for dietary advice from a friend or family member, which is not surprising when you consider how sensitive this topic might be to some.
With the lightning-quick response time Google, Siri and Cortana now provide, how can we possibly be missing the mark so deeply? As millions are invested in employee wellness programs across the nation, how can we be sure that the right information gets through, and the wrong doesn't?