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Nutrition action themes for the United States : a report in response to the International Conference on Nutrition

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U.S. AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (USAID)

Nutrition action themes for the United States : a report in response to the International Conference on Nutrition

This report was prepared in response to the 1992 International Conference on Nutrition and presents principles and themes to facilitate the improvement of nutrition.

Hirschman, Jay; Klein, Bruce · 1996

Abstract

The report is divided into two parts. The first focuses on improvement of nutrition within the United States. It describes the current situation in the United States, how nutrition action is achieved, and the country"s overall goals for nutrition action. The report describes seven broad strategies that are means to achieve a healthier and more productive society. The second part focuses on international issues and reflects the leadership role of the United States in supporting nutrition programs worldwide. (Author abstract)

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Classification

Document type: Studies & Literature Reviews
DEC type: Other USAID Supported Study/Document
Subject: Nutrition
DEC terms: BreastfeedingDevelopment assistanceFood consumption patternsFood sanitationFood securityHuman dietsHuman nutritionMicronutrientsNutritionNutrition educationNutrition improvementNutrition researchNutrition surveillanceWater sanitation
Authoring organization: U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (CNPP)U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services
Language: English

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