Benchmarking the transparency, comprehensiveness and specificity of population nutrition commitments of major food companies in Malaysia.

Last updated on 4-1-2021 by Stefanie Vandevijvere

Abstract:

BACKGROUND: The aim of this study was to assess the commitments of food companies in Malaysia to improving population nutrition using the Business Impact Assessment on population nutrition and obesity (BIA-Obesity) tool and process, and proposing recommendations for industry action in line with government priorities and international norms. METHODS: BIA-Obesity good practice indicators for food industry commitments across a range of domains (n = 6) were adapted to the Malaysian context. Euromonitor market share data was used to identify major food and non-alcoholic beverage manufacturers…

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