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Food policies for healthy populations and healthy economies.

Authors :
Hawkes, Corinna
Source :
BMJ: British Medical Journal (Overseas & Retired Doctors Edition). 5/19/2012, Vol. 344 Issue 7857, p27-29. 3p. 1 Color Photograph, 2 Charts.
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

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.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
17592151
Volume :
344
Issue :
7857
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
BMJ: British Medical Journal (Overseas & Retired Doctors Edition)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
76329138