Summary
This WHO factsheet sets out evidence-based dietary recommendations for populations globally, drawing on existing research and expert consensus to define what constitutes a healthy diet across the life course. It provides quantitative guidance on key food groups and nutrients, with particular emphasis on reducing risk factors for non-communicable diseases. The document serves as a concise policy reference rather than a primary research publication, distilling broader WHO guidance into accessible recommendations.
UK applicability
While produced for a global audience, the recommendations are broadly consistent with UK Government dietary guidelines as set out by Public Health England and the Eatwell Guide, making the factsheet a relevant international reference point for UK nutrition policy and public health practice.
Key measures
Recommended daily intakes (g/day); free sugars as percentage of total energy intake; saturated and trans fat limits; sodium intake targets (g/day); fruit and vegetable consumption targets
Outcomes reported
The factsheet summarises WHO recommendations on healthy dietary patterns, including guidance on intakes of fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, fats, sugars, and salt. It reports on the relationship between diet quality and the prevention of non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity.
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