Publications by authors named "Laura Chomali"
Lancet Reg Health Am
May 2023
Article Synopsis
- Obesity in Latin America is rising rapidly, making it a significant public health issue, prompting countries to implement policies for better diet and exercise.
- Recent studies show that market-based interventions like food taxes and marketing restrictions reduce unhealthy food consumption, while programs providing healthy foods help lower obesity rates.
- Despite these efforts improving some health behaviors, obesity rates continue to climb, highlighting the need for ongoing strategies within a structural framework to combat the epidemic.
