Advancing Health and Sustainability: A Holistic Approach to Food Production and Dietary Habits

By:
Graça P. Carvalho, Eduardo Costa-Camilo, Isabel Duarte
Date:
2024
Resource type:
Blogs/news/opinion
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This paper emphasizes a holistic approach to transforming food systems for health and sustainability. It integrates local food practices, sustainable agriculture, and dietary habits, citing the DM4You project in Portugal as a model. The study calls for a systemic redesign of food policies to enhance nutrition, reduce waste, and mitigate environmental impact. It advocates for integrating food education at multiple societal levels to build sustainable and resilient communities.
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