Mysore/Mysuru: During her presentation on Food Systems for Equitable and Sustainable Health, former World Health Organisation (WHO) Chief Scientist and Chairperson of M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation Dr. Sowmya Swaminathan underlined the importance of policy, regulations and behaviour change in preventing non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
“One key aspect is the need for nutrition literacy in schools to educate young individuals about healthy eating habits. Another critical focus area is primary healthcare, which involves screening, early detection, and ensuring compliance with treatment, particularly among younger individuals who are increasingly prone to developing NCDs,” she said.
