Objective
To explore the experiences of female dietetic students strictly following 2 different isocaloric diets.
Design
A qualitative study as part of a randomized controlled feeding trial with a crossover design. Data were collected through individual interviews conducted 1–35 days after the intervention.
Setting
A university in Sweden.
Participants
Normal-weight, healthy female dietetic students (n = 17), aged 18–30 years, who completed the full intervention.
Intervention
Two 4-week diet periods with a washout period in between. Participants followed either a diet based on the Nordic Nutrition Recommendations or a ketogenic low-carb high-fat diet, consuming preprepared meals.
Phenomenon of Interest and Variables
Participants’ experiences of following the imposed diets.
Analysis
Data were analyzed using content analysis techniques, resulting in 1 main theme, 2 categories, and 5 subcategories.
Results
Participants reported challenges with loss of control over food choices, unexpected effects of diet restrictions, and social visibility. They also highlighted the importance of contributing to science and the benefits for their future careers.
Conclusions and Implications
First-hand experiences of strict diets provided valuable insights into the complexities of dietary adherence, enhancing empathy and competence in future dietetic practice. Integrating practical diet experiences into education could improve dietary counseling skills.
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