Method An approach to quantitatively evaluate food policies was developed by the
University of Connecticut (UConn) Rudd Center for Food Policy & Obesity. 9 Over time, the …

Summary The fourth New Zealand Healthy Food Environment Policy Index (Food-EPI) was
conducted in May 2023 by an Expert Panel of over 60 independent and government public …

Abstract Background In 2016, a voluntary National Healthy Food and Drink Policy was
released to improve the healthiness of food and drinks for sale in New Zealand health sector …

Background Monitoring the degree of implementation of widely recommended food
environment policies by national governments is an important part of stimulating progress …

Abstract Issue Addressed School food policies in Australia have the potential to positively
impact healthy eating in schools. While the policies are reviewed regularly, it is unknown if …

Abstract Background The INFORMAS [International Network for Food and Obesity/Non-
communicable Diseases (NCDs) Research, Monitoring and Action Support] Healthy Food …

Abstract Background In 2016, a voluntary National Healthy Food and Drink Policy
(hereafter,“the Policy”) was released to encourage public hospitals in New Zealand to …

During early childhood (3–5 years), children begin to develop dietary habits based on the
transmission of cultural and familial beliefs, attitudes and practices surrounding food and …

New Zealand has the third highest rate of overweight and obesity for adults and children
within OECD countries. Dietary risk factors, including high body mass index, are by far the …

Objectives The aim of this modelling study was to estimate the expected changes in the
nutritional quality and greenhouse gas emissions (GHGEs) of primary school meals due to …