Delivery included to the United States

Promoting a Healthy Diet for the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region

Promoting a Healthy Diet for the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region User-Friendly Guide

Paperback (25 Oct 2012)

  • $19.92
Add to basket

Includes delivery to the United States

2 copies available online - Usually dispatched within 2-3 weeks

Publisher's Synopsis

This book provides dietary advice to promote health and reduce the risk of major chronic diseases through diet and physical activity. This user-friendly guide presents a set of dietary recommendations that are compatible with the different cultures and eating patterns of consumers in the Region, based on the availability of local and affordable foods.

This publication represents an essential tool in supporting national and regional strategies to improve nutrition outcomes and health in the Region. It is primarily intended for use by policy-makers, health care providers, nutritionists, nutrition educators and anyone involved in food distribution and food service. It can also be used by schools, homes, cafeterias and businesses to improve the food choices of a range of consumers.

About the Publisher

World Health Organization

WHO is the directing and coordinating authority for health within the United Nations system. It is responsible for providing leadership on global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing technical support to countries and monitoring and assessing health trends. In the 21st century, health is a shared responsibility, involving equitable access to essential care and collective defence against transnational threats.

Book information

ISBN: 9789290218340
Publisher: World Health Organization
Imprint: World Health Organization
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 42
Weight: 131g
Height: 297mm
Width: 210mm
Spine width: 5mm