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Climate change poses significant challenges to agriculture globally, impacting crop yields and food security. Nigeria is highly climate-vulnerable, with over 70% of livelihoods rain-fed, increasing exposure to floods, dr...

Los problemas alimentarios -y también los significados de los alimentos y de los cuerpos que los consumen- no son una realidad dada de antemano, sino el resultado histórico de procesos que involucran tradiciones cultur...

Abstract Background This study aimed to characterize school canteens and food commercialization practices in private schools located in the capitals of Brazil. Method A cross-sectional study was conducted based on data f...

The integration of nutritional interventions, including food-based strategies and evidence-based supplementation, into occupational health and community development represents an unexplored policy imperative for addressi...

Abstract The rapid growth of ultra-processed food (UPF) production, marketing, and consumption in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is driving dietary shifts linked to obesity and other diet-related non-communicable diseases (NCD...

Nutrition labels on food products serve as a fundamental basis for consumers’ health-related decisions， with their scientific accuracy directly influencing public health. This study involves a comprehensive collectio...

Abstract Background No mandatory policies currently exist to address food environments in Belgium. Monitoring commitments and practices by food industry actors is essential for increasing accountability. The aim of this ...

BackgroundThe 2025 United States government shutdown (October 1–November 12) resulted in historic disruptions to benefit distribution for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The purpose of this study ...

School food programs (SFPs), which may include breakfast, lunch, and snacks, with or without curriculum integration, have tremendous potential to enhance the health and well-being of Canadian children, youth and communit...

This study examines the interrelationship between credit risk management, agricultural sector financing, and food security in Nigeria from 2000 to 2023, using quantile regression analysis. Findings reveal a paradox (or i...

This paper examines the conceptual, institutional, and historical foundations of international trade to better understand its impact on food security in the current global context. The analysis expands significantly on...

Latin American countries have been historically characterised by production structures highly reliant on natural resources. The recent diffusion of modern biotechnologies has reinforced this specialisation pattern. The c...

Human milk oligosaccharides （HMOs） are the key bioactive components in breast milk， which have multiple functions such as promoting brain development， regulating immune system and maintaining intestinal health. W...

Abstract Rural households in Ethiopia’s conflict-affected regions face chronic food insecurity aggravated by climate variability, environmental degradation, and armed conflict. Despite existing policy frameworks, empir...

This study aims to analyze cross-sector communication strategies to support the implementation of the Free Nutritious Meals Program (MBG) while strengthening food security in Majene Regency. As a new national program req...

Information on the provision of ecosystem services has the potential to contribute to an integrative food labeling framework. This study examines that potential by explicitly communicating ecosystem services provided by ...

Abstract Agrivoltaics presents a transformative opportunity for Nigeria by integrating renewable energy with sustainable agriculture. However, its adoption involves complex governance challenges that require coordinated ...

ObjectiveTo explore the current status of Chinese residents’ cognition-attitude towards three dimensions： traditional Chinese medicine （TCM） health preservation theory， health claims of diet therapy， food and...

Abstract Background The prevalence of non-communicable diseases has increased in part due to a shift in food environments with more processed foods and low food skills among adults and children. Developing food literacy ...

Background: Food environments have substantial impacts on broader environmental sustainability. Studies have measured these impacts in public settings (education, health, recreation, retail) and private households. Howev...

Food insecurity affects a substantial proportion of Canadians and is strongly associated with preventable illness and increased healthcare utilization. Its consequences frequently arise in healthcare settings, where phys...

Oil palm (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) plays a vital role in the global food system, yet questions about its nutrition, safety, and sustainability continue to spark debate. This review takes a fresh, integrative approach, co...

Abstract Background Obesity is a significant contributor to global morbidity and mortality, driven by rising consumption of unhealthy energy dense foods high in salt, sugar and fat (HFSS). Supermarkets, pivotal in food d...

Abstract This study investigates the structural determinants of agricultural sustainability by analyzing the long-run effects of institutional quality, oil consumption, information and communication technology (ICT), agr...