Tag: Developing nations

According to World Atlas, the African nations of Rwanda and Burundi are the top consumers, with carbohydrates making up 82% of their diet. This high reliance on starches is a dietary pattern linked to agricultural practices and economic factors common in developing regions.

According to the World Health Organization, non-communicable diseases now account for 74% of all deaths globally, compounding the existing challenges of infectious diseases and injuries in low- and middle-income countries, a phenomenon known as the triple burden disease.

According to projections from the OECD/FAO, total global meat consumption is set to increase in the coming decade, but this trend masks significant regional disparities when it comes to the question of whether or not has beef consumption decreased. In developed nations, a plateau or even a decline in per capita beef intake is evident, while demand surges in developing regions.

An estimated one billion people globally suffer from some form of protein deficiency, with the problem being most severe in specific regions. Understanding which country or area protein-related deficiencies are most common is essential for directing effective resources and interventions to the most vulnerable populations.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly half of all deaths among children under five are linked to undernutrition. This alarming statistic highlights a critical global health issue and prompts a deeper look into the question: Is there a bidirectional relationship between poverty and malnutrition?.

In recent years, the use of therapeutic zinc to treat diarrhea in children has seen a large increase in low- and middle-income countries, yet a 2024 review found coverage remains incomplete. This raises a critical question: is zinc treatment for diarrhea international trends signaling successful widespread adoption, or are significant hurdles delaying global implementation?

According to the World Food Programme, over 2.3 billion people worldwide faced moderate or severe food insecurity in 2023, with disproportionate impacts on developing nations. Understanding how food insecurity affects developing countries is crucial for developing effective strategies and addressing its multifaceted consequences on society and the economy.

According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 40% of children under five and 37% of pregnant women worldwide are anemic, with the highest burden in low-income nations. In these regions, the most common type of anemia in third world countries is overwhelmingly iron deficiency anemia, a condition driven by complex factors beyond just dietary intake.

According to reports compiled by sources like the World Atlas, countries in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia show the highest percentage of dietary energy coming from carbohydrates. This regional pattern, where developing nations often rely heavily on carbohydrate-dense staples, reveals much about the complex relationship between global economics, local agriculture, and nutrition.