Tag: Economic factors food

According to the World Health Organization, nearly half of deaths among children under 5 years of age are linked to undernutrition, with most cases occurring in low- and middle-income countries. However, malnutrition is not just about undernutrition; it also encompasses overnutrition, which disproportionately affects lower-income households in developed nations. This economic disparity in nutrition is a pressing public health concern with deep-seated causes.

According to the World Health Organization, rising incomes, urbanization, and the increased production of processed foods are rapidly shifting global diets toward higher energy, fat, and sugar intake, moving away from healthier food consumption patterns. This phenomenon encompasses everything from daily meal routines to the overarching dietary trends of entire populations.