UAE Cuts Nutritional Levels by 16.7% to Fight Health Issues
The Ministry of Health and Prevention in the UAE has begun implementing a decision aimed at reducing levels of sodium, sugars, and fats in certain food products by 16.7% by the year 2030. The decision requires local and imported manufacturing and trading facilities to gradually increase compliance to meet the specified maximum limits, with a transitional period of up to 2.3 years for some categories. This nutrition-focused regulation covers a range of products such as bread, sweetened beverages, cheese, and snacks. Its goal is to limit the consumption of harmful ingredients, especially since 96.2% of adults exceed the recommended sodium levels, and 27.3% surpass the allowed sugar intake, in an effort to curb the rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases linked to an unhealthy diet, according to national survey results. The decision mandates adherence to the set limits, with penalties including fines and closures for violations, all aimed at promoting public health and reducing risks associated with obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure.
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