DIGITAL COMMUNICATION PROCESS FOR LEARNING AND HEALTHY FOOD WISDOM TRANSMISSION OF THE ELDERLY

Abstract

The objectives of this research article were to study the digital communication process for learning the healthy food wisdom of the elderly and to study the process of transmission the healthy food of the elderly. This qualitative research used a group interview method, selecting primary information providers based on specified criteria and using targeted selection based on relevant qualifications, achievements in the field, and elderly individuals with outstanding healthy food wisdom in five regions, totaling 16 persons. Research tools included focus group questions, interpretative data analysis, and result interpretation. The study found that : the digital communication process for learning healthy food wisdom  of the elderly can be categorized into six methods: 1. downloading images or clips on smartphones, 2. recording voice messages and sending them via LINE application, 3. recording video clips and still images for storage, 4. sharing through TikTok Reels or live streaming on Facebook, 5. taking photos and short videos for storage on phones, and 6. narrating stories through digital platforms in poetic form. The process of revitalizing the healthy food wisdom of  the elderly  consists of four components:  1. revitalizing through activities in local language contexts, 2. revitalizing along the economic motivation path, 3. revitalizing through cultural festivals and customs, and 4. revitalizing based on livelihood foundations.