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The article focuses on the need and global implementation of food policies of governments to promote better health practices. It mentions the meeting of the United Nations (UN) in which it declare the need for member states to implement cost-effective, multisectoral and population-wide interventions to reduce the impact unhealthy eating. It also explores the changes in the food system across the world. Samples of food policies being implemented by member states are also presented which include teaching cooking skills in schools, providing food subsidies, and promoting fruits and vegetables consumption.

The authors look at the implications of the taxation of palm oil for public health in India. They reference a study by Sanjay Basu and colleagues published within the issue on the effects of a 20% palm oil tax on serum cholesterol and mortality from coronary heart disease and cerebrovascular disease in the country. They cite that the study investigated the effects of the tax on food security. They note the need to consider the economic benefits of palm oil trade and production.