Question

What is the proper role of governments and public health authorities with respect to food and eating behavior?

Answer 1

Ans) Role of government in food supply:

- Food is a primary necessity of life and worldwide governments have a substantial influence on the foods offered for human consumption.

- It is a government responsibility to provide clear information on foods and nutrition.

- Local governments have a role to play in both increasing access to healthy foods and reducing access to unhealthy faccess foods.

- Reduce to and consumption of calorie-dense, nutrient-poor foods. Raise awareness about the importance of healthy eating to prevent childhood obesity.