Policy landscape analysis for fruits and vegetables in four low- and middle-income countries through a food systems approach.

ABSTRACT: Low fruit and vegetable intake is a significant nutritional issue in low- and middle-income countries, where resolving all forms of malnutrition remains a pressing challenge. Nutritional status is influenced by many dietary factors, and enhancing fruit and vegetable consumption offers significant health benefits and contributes to overall dietary quality. The study aimed to examine the policy landscape for fruits and vegetables across the food system in four low-middle income countries (Benin, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, the Philippines) and identify opportunities to strengthen food systems policies to enhance fruit and vegetable consumption as part of a comprehensive strategy to improve nutrition outcomes. A comparative qualitative analysis of policy documents (n = 14 [Benin], 18 [Sri Lanka], 30

SUBMITTER: Borazon EQ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12448988 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature