Recommendations for Integrating Evidence-Based, Sustainable Diet Information into Nutrition Education

By:
Graham E. Bastian, Danielle Buro, Debra M. Palmer-Keenan
Date:
2021
Resource type:
Blogs/news/opinion
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This review provides five key recommendations for integrating sustainable diet education into nutrition programs:

Shift towards plant-based diets
Reduce food waste
Limit ultra-processed food consumption
Engage in local food systems
Choose sustainable seafood
The study highlights the environmental impact of food choices, emphasizing the EAT-Lancet Commission’s “Great Food Transformation” to achieve a more sustainable global food system. The authors recommend incorporating sustainability into nutrition education programs through policy support, public health messaging, and community initiatives.

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