Abstract

CAMPOS, Claudinei José Gomes  and  SIQUEIRA, Cibele. Qualitative research: General perspective and importance for the Nutrition Sciences. Acta Port Nutr [online]. 2018, n.14, pp.30-34. ISSN 2183-5985.

This article presents, in a simple way, the definition and foundations of the qualitative research in order to introduce the thematic of the importance of this research methodology for the nutritional sciences and nutritionists. Unlike the quantitative methodology, qualitative research is realized through an interpretative and naturalistic approach of the subject of study. Qualitative research offers a scientific pathway conducive to the understanding of a phenomenon as complex as food and nutrition, however the use of this methodology is still very reduced or little valued. The establishment of education / training mechanisms in this area and processes of interdisciplinary collaboration in the conduct of scientific studies thus becomes vital for the development of the use of this methodology in the area of nutrition and food sciences.

Keywords : Methodology; Food and Nutrition; Qualitative research.

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