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nutrition-policy
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Statscience12 days ago
Chile Warning Labels Linked to 2-3% Lower Obesity Risk in Young Children
@statnews reported that a Lancet study found Chile's 2016 black octagonal warning labels reduced overweight and obesity risk among children ages 4 to 6 within 18 months of introduction.
thehindu.comscience38 days ago
World Health Organization Releases Updated Sodium Reduction Guide
The World Health Organization issued the second edition of its SHAKE technical package on sodium reduction. The guide outlines mandatory policies and practical steps for governments to lower population salt intake.
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theverge.comscience41 days ago
WHO Releases Updated SHAKE Technical Package on Sodium Reduction Policies
The World Health Organization launched the second edition of its SHAKE the salt habit package during Salt Awareness Week 2026. Global average sodium consumption exceeds twice the recommended limit and contributed to 1.7 million deaths in 2023. The update emphasizes mandatory gove…
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