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Jordan Moves to Regulate School Canteens
In Jordan, the rates of obesity among students have increased, with 32.9% of them suffering from overweight or obesity; this includes 20.8% with overweight and 12.1% with obesity. In response, the Ministry of Health, through the Non-Communicable Diseases Directorate, has instructed the Ministry of Education to intensify monitoring of school canteens to ensure compliance with health regulations, particularly regarding foods and beverages high in sugar and fat, and to promote the availability of healthy alternatives. The ministry will also adopt quarterly and semi-annual indicators to track risk factors, including weight and body mass index, with the aim of early intervention and improving children's health. Data indicate that physical activity among students is low, with only 12% engaging in more than 60 minutes of exercise daily, and there is an observed higher prevalence of obesity in private schools compared to public schools. The initiative aims to reduce obesity and the incidence of non-communicable diseases among children through enhanced oversight, early intervention, and raising awareness among families and schools.
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