Wet Markets in Southeast Asia and Access to Healthy Diets

This review highlights the role of wet markets in Southeast Asia as critical food environments. These markets provide fresh fruits and vegetables to urban and peri-urban areas, yet affordability, quality concerns, and pesticide usage influence purchasing behaviors. Divergent findings on food pricing suggest further research is needed to standardize definitions of wet markets and enhance policies for improved nutrition access. The study underscores the significance of wet markets in addressing food insecurity and nutrition challenges in Southeast Asia.

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