Research
Adherence
Government procurement standards for schools, worksites, and healthcare settings are low-cost, sustainable, and effective interventions for improving diet quality.
If you manage a cafeteria or food service, implement strict nutrition standards for all food purchased. This is a proven, low-cost way to improve the health of the people you serve without relying on their willpower.
GoodSupportsHIGH confidence
Procurement and quality standards are relatively sustainable, low cost strategies for government to implement.
Why this rating
The paper cites implementation in many countries and recommends it strongly, noting it is 'low cost and sustainable'.
Source
Role of government policy in nutrition—barriers to and opportunities for healthier eating
Dariush Mozaffarian et al. · BMJ · 2018
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