Dietary and lifestyle intervention strategies to tackle unhealthy behaviours in the Mediterranean countries.

The text discusses the need for dietary and lifestyle interventions to address unhealthy behaviors, particularly in Mediterranean countries. Unhealthy diets and malnutrition are major risk factors for chronic non-communicable diseases, resulting in millions of deaths annually. The Mediterranean diet is highlighted as a key element in promoting healthy and sustainable eating habits. Various projects funded by the PRIMA program are mentioned, which aim to improve adherence to the Mediterranean diet through school interventions, digital tools, and educational programs targeting both young people and adults. The text emphasizes the importance of collaboration and knowledge sharing among stakeholders to achieve widespread impact and guide food policies at the local and global levels. [Extracted from the article]