Child health experts want Australia’s 32-year-old food and nutrition policy to be overhauled, as growing numbers of young people skip fruit and vegetables and fall outside normal weight ranges.
Child health experts in Australia are calling for an overhaul of the country's food and nutrition policy , as more young people are skipping fruits and vegetables and falling outside of normal weight ranges. Dietitians Australia argues that poor diets are largely influenced by food environments that promote unhealthy eating habits. However, Australia 's dietary guidelines , which recommend physical activity and a balanced diet, will not be updated until 2026.
Experts, including Natalie Stapleton, a dietitian and mother of two, believe that the guidelines need to be reviewed to better cater to the unique nutrition needs of children
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