Psychometric validation of the food and nutrition literacy scale (Escala de Literacia da Alimentação e Nutrição – E-LAN) among Portuguese youth | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
Psychometric validation of the food and nutrition literacy scale (Escala de Literacia da Alimentação e Nutrição – E-LAN) among Portuguese youth
Key Points
The validation process confirms the scale's accuracy in measuring nutrition literacy among Portuguese youth.
Key evidence shows a strong correlation between the scale and relevant outcome measures, enhancing its applicability.
Assessment involved analyzing responses from diverse youth segments, ensuring broad representation across demographics.
Validating this scale supports the importance of nutrition education tools aimed at improving dietary knowledge in youth.