Positive attitudes and beliefs drive the intention to adopt a more plant-derived diet in hospitals: Insights from patients and healthcare professionals

To increase behavioral intention among patients and healthcare professionals, interventions must strengthen positive attitudes by addressing specific underlying behavioral beliefs that are related to these attitudes. The behavioral beliefs regarding 'taste' and 'plant-derived nutrition supports recovery' offer the most potential for improvement in both groups. Future research should assess whether addressing these beliefs effectively enhances attitudes and promotes the intention to consume or provide more plant-derived protein rich nutrition in hospitals.