How Sustainable and Healthy are the Dietary Behaviors of Health Sciences Students?

This study assessed sustainable and healthy eating (SHE) behaviors and nutritional status by comparing nutrition and dietetics students with those in other health-related programs. Data were collected through questionnaires, 24-hour dietary recalls, anthropometric measurements, and the SHE Behaviors scale. SHE scores were significantly higher among students with a normal body mass index and those studying nutrition and dietetics ( P < 0.05). Weak negative correlations were found with SHE and waist measures, and weak positive correlations with protein and fiber intake ( P < 0.05). Nutrition and dietetics students showed greater engagement with healthy, sustainable eating behaviors.