Is Australia Eating Better or Worse Than in the Past?
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According to a 2023 CSIRO Healthy Diet Score report, the average Australian diet scored a disappointing 55 out of 100, and this score is on a downward trend. While access to diverse, high-quality food has increased significantly over the decades, national data reveals that Australians are consuming more discretionary foods high in salt, sugar, and fat than ever before. This stark contrast raises a critical question: is Australia eating better or worse than in the past?
