Dietary and other lifestyle factors and their influence on non-communicable diseases in the Western Pacific region

Sun, X.; Yon, D.K.; Nguyen, T.T. et al. The Lancet Regional Health (2024) CC
The document systematically examines dietary and lifestyle factors influencing non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in the Western Pacific region. It highlights regional nutrition transitions, including dietary improvements like increased fruit and vegetable consumption and reduced salt intake, alongside challenges like rising ultra-processed food consumption. The findings stress the need for stronger national policies, tailored interventions, and international collaboration to reduce NCD risks and improve public health outcomes.