Public Health Nutrition in Transition: Emerging Perspectives & Rethinking Through Food Environments
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Nutrition, Type of Nutrition, Balance Diet, Public Health NutritionAbstract
Nutrition is no longer simply a question of what people eat; it is increasingly shaped by where they live, what food is available, how it is marketed, what information they receive, and the social circumstances that influence everyday choices. Across the world, communities continue to face the double burden of undernutrition and overnutrition, often within the same population. This review explores the evolving landscape of public health nutrition by examining dietary risks, food insecurity, unhealthy food environments, nutrition-related behaviors, and emerging challenges across different population groups. Limited access to affordable and nutritious foods can widen health inequalities, while strategic placement and promotion of energy-dense foods may influence household purchasing decisions, particularly among families with children. At the same time, increasing consumption of energy drinks among adolescents raises concerns regarding obesity, sleep disturbance, anxiety, and other long-term health consequences. The review also highlights the growing importance of evidence-based digital nutrition communication, as online dietary advice may vary considerably in quality and scientific reliability. Emerging issues such as alternative infant-feeding practices further demonstrate that nutrition is influenced not only by biological needs but also by emotional, cultural, social, and practical realities. Strengthening public policies, improving food environments, expanding nutrition education, and developing a skilled nutrition workforce are therefore essential for achieving sustainable food and nutritional security. A human centered public health nutrition approach, supported by interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based interventions, can help transform individual dietary choices into healthier population outcomes and contribute to more equitable and resilient communities.
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