Certain Food Products Sold In Low-Income Countries Less Healthy Than Those In High-Income Countries: Report

A new report has found that major food and beverage companies are selling less healthy products in low-income countries compared to high-income countries. The Access to Nutrition Initiative assessed products from companies like Nestle, Pepsico, and Unilever, with those in low-income countries scoring lower on a health rating system than those in high-income countries. This highlights the need for governments in these countries to be vigilant about the products being sold. The index is important as packaged foods play a role in the global obesity crisis, with over one billion people living with obesity worldwide. Companies like Nestle are working on providing more nutritious options and fortifying products in developing countries.