ArticleJournal of human nutrition and dietetics : the official journal of the British Dietetic Association2025
Integrating Systems Thinking in Nutrition and Dietetics Education.
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- Integrating Systems and Critical Thinking, Clinical Reasoning, Decision-Making, and Judgement in Dietetic Education: Development of a Conceptual Pilot Model.Journal of human nutrition and dietetics : the official journal of the British Dietetic Association · 2026Article
- Dietitians as Connectors and Brokers in Food Systems Transformation: A Reflexive Perspective From a Regional Circularity Case Study.Journal of human nutrition and dietetics : the official journal of the British Dietetic Association · 2026Article
- Developing Systems Thinking Competencies in Emerging Nutrition Professionals: A Case Study Across Academic, Community, and Industry Contexts.Journal of human nutrition and dietetics : the official journal of the British Dietetic Association · 2026Article
- Systems Science in Nutrition and Dietetics Research: A Practical Lens for Applying Systems Approaches in Research.Journal of human nutrition and dietetics : the official journal of the British Dietetic Association · 2026Review
- Seeing Beyond GLP-1: A Systems View of Sustainable Obesity Care.Journal of human nutrition and dietetics : the official journal of the British Dietetic Association · 2026Review
- Changes in dietary habits and mental well-being among university students following an educational intervention: pilot study.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Using Expert Elicitation and Systems Mapping to Support Social Innovation in the (Blue) Food System: The Case of the UK's Plymouth Fish Finger.Journal of human nutrition and dietetics : the official journal of the British Dietetic Association · 2026Article
- Goals in Nutrition Science 2025-2030.Frontiers in nutrition · 2026Review
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introductionIntegrating systems thinking, which emphasizes recognizing interconnections, gaining diverse perspectives and considering the big picture, can enhance curricula and better prepare practitioners. Despite its benefit and growing support, systems thinking is not yet a required part of dietetics accreditation or entry-level practice. This qualitative study sought to understand educators' views on incorporating systems thinking into nutrition and dietetics education.
methodsThirteen Registered Dietitian Nutritionists from various US census regions and accredited program types were recruited. Semi-structured interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. Grounded theory methodology and iterative coding analysis were used to analyse the transcriptions in Excel.
resultsThree interrelated themes emerged from educator perspectives: (1) individual characteristics (personal attributes; multi-, inter- and transdisciplinary experiences; perspective seeking; relationship building), (2) nutrition and dietetics education (training, resources, accreditation requirements, value awareness) and (3) the dietetics profession (organizational culture, education and practice integration, continuing education, professional guidance).
conclusionsIntegrating systems thinking into nutrition and dietetics education can be facilitated across three levels: individual, education and the profession through training, resources, accreditation competencies and awareness. However, implementation requires fostering a cultural shift within the profession and overcoming resistance to change.
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