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According to the World Bank, in 2018, the prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Samoa, largely attributed to dietary changes, was among the highest in the world, with NCDs causing 70% of deaths. This highlights the significant health impact of the evolving Samoan diet.

According to a 2017 study, Samoans are undergoing a nutritional transition, with a shift away from traditional foods. This major dietary change fundamentally alters what is the Samoan diet, moving from reliance on local agricultural staples to imported, processed foods.