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The Impact of Big Companies on Low- and Middle Income Countries' Food Market: How can consumers take control?
🎙Episode 1: The Impact of Big Companies on Low- and Middle Income Countries' Food Market: How can consumers take control?
This episode of the Food for Act podcast delves into the alarming findings of the 2024 Global Access to Nutrition Index, highlighting the disparity in food quality between high-income and low-income countries. It discusses the tactics employed by major food corporations to market unhealthy products in Africa and other low- and middle income countries, the resulting health crisis of malnutrition, obesity, and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and, the potential solutions that can empower consumers and communities to demand better food options.
🌱 Key Takeaways from This Episode:
✨ The ATNI report reveals systemic food inequities.
✨ Major food companies prioritize profit over health.
✨ Marketing tactics target vulnerable populations, especially children.
✨ Processed foods are displacing traditional staples in Africa.
✨ Urbanization is contributing to rising obesity and NCDs rates.
✨ Policy changes can lead to significant health improvements.
✨ Grassroots actions can empower communities to make healthier choices.
✨ Social media is a powerful tool for accountability.
✨ Consumer demand can influence corporate practices.
✨ Food choices directly impact health outcomes.
👉 Click here for the full references.
📌 Tune in and be empowered to take charge of your plate and your future!
Thank you for joining us on this episode of Food for Act! We hope it armed you with knowledge, sparked action, and reminded you that every bite is a chance to nourish yourself and your community.
Remember: Real change starts at the grassroots. Keep questioning labels, supporting local, and demanding better from food systems.
📢 Listen & Share:
If this episode inspired you, share it with someone ready to rethink their food choices. Together, we amplify impact!
🔗 Follow us:
Don’t forget to click follow us so you never miss an episode, and I’d love to hear your thoughts—leave a review or connect with us on Instagram check out our website www.foodforact.com to subscribe to our newsletter.
Until next time, stay curious, stay fierce, and keep turning knowledge into action!
#FoodForAct #Nutrition #Food #EatLocal #NCDs #Healthyfood #Foodsystems #Africa #Nigeria #ListenAndGrow #SubscribeAndShare
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This episode of the Food for Act podcast delves into the alarming findings of the 2024 Global Access to Nutrition Index, highlighting the disparity in food quality between high-income and low-income countries. It discusses the tactics employed by major food corporations to market unhealthy products in Africa and other low- and middle income countries, the resulting health crisis of malnutrition, obesity, and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and, the potential solutions that can empower consumers and communities to demand better food options.
🌱 Key Takeaways from This Episode:
✨ The ATNI report reveals systemic food inequities.
✨ Major food companies prioritize profit over health.
✨ Marketing tactics target vulnerable populations, especially children.
✨ Processed foods are displacing traditional staples in Africa.
✨ Urbanization is contributing to rising obesity and NCDs rates.
✨ Policy changes can lead to significant health improvements.
✨ Grassroots actions can empower communities to make healthier choices.
✨ Social media is a powerful tool for accountability.
✨ Consumer demand can influence corporate practices.
✨ Food choices directly impact health outcomes.
👉 Click here for the full references.
📌 Tune in and be empowered to take charge of your plate and your future!
Thank you for joining us on this episode of Food for Act! We hope it armed you with knowledge, sparked action, and reminded you that every bite is a chance to nourish yourself and your community.
Remember: Real change starts at the grassroots. Keep questioning labels, supporting local, and demanding better from food systems.
📢 Listen & Share:
If this episode inspired you, share it with someone ready to rethink their food choices. Together, we amplify impact!
🔗 Follow us:
Don’t forget to click follow us so you never miss an episode, and I’d love to hear your thoughts—leave a review or connect with us on Instagram check out our website www.foodforact.com to subscribe to our newsletter.
Until next time, stay curious, stay fierce, and keep turning knowledge into action!
#FoodForAct #Nutrition #Food #EatLocal #NCDs #Healthyfood #Foodsystems #Africa #Nigeria #ListenAndGrow #SubscribeAndShare