Science has proven the link between bad diets and undernutrition in the first 1000 days and obesity, cardio vascular, diabetes and bone disese later in life. Travelling through India one would have to be blind not to see the evidence of bad diets, lack of exercise and alcohol abuse is doing to generations of children. Bravo to the Minister and we should all stand up and support him against the powerful vested interests and lobby groups.
Expect Fat & Salt Content Restrictions
South Africans can expect the introduction of laws restricting fatty acids and salt content in food, Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi said on Saturday.
Jay Naidoo is Chair of the Board of Directors and Chair of the Partnership Council of the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN). Visit his bio page for more information.
Today, more than ever before, life must be characterized by a sense of Universal responsibility, not only nation to nation and human to human, but also human to other forms of life.
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