This chapter focuses on one specific risk factor, poor quality diet, as a major cause of non‐
communicable disease (NCD) morbidity and mortality. Key dietary priorities for reducing the …

Poor diet generates a bigger non-communicable disease (NCD) burden than tobacco,
alcohol and physical inactivity combined. We reviewed the potential effectiveness of policy …

Non-communicable diseases (NCD) have increased dramatically in developed and
developing countries. Unhealthy diet is one of the major factors contributing to NCD …

In nearly every region, suboptimal diet is the leading risk factor for poor health; hunger and
malnutrition result in substantial burdens and contribute to the incidence and prevalence of …

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) have emerged as the leading cause of human
mortality and morbidity in low-, middle-and high-income countries. NCDs are not considered …

Background Diet-related noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are increasing rapidly in low-
and middle-income countries (LMICs) and constitute a leading cause of mortality. Although a …

Non-communicable diseases (NCD) are a major and increasing contributor to morbidity and
mortality in developed and developing countries. Much of the chronic disease burden is …

Abstract While the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs; 2000–2015) focused primarily on
poverty reduction, hunger and infectious diseases, the proposed Sustainable Development …

A Joint WHO/FAO Expert Consultation on Diet, Nutrition and the Prevention of Chronic
Diseases met in Geneva from 28 January to 1 February 2002. The meeting was opened by …

This public health review addresses the intricate challenges posed by global nutrition and
examines the impact of dietary risks on the well-being of populations worldwide. In an era …