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Nutrition and diet profile: Benin

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  • Diatta, Ampa Dogui
  • Olney, Deanna K.
  • Honeycutt, Sydney
  • Mitchodigni, Irene Medeme
  • Bliznashka, Lilia

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Key Findings: -In Benin, undernutrition and micronutrient deficiencies are prevalent, and the prevalence of overweight and obesity is increasing. -Diets in Benin have declined in quality over time, particularly among children. For example, low dietary diversity and inadequate fruit and vegetable consumption are prevalent. -Food-based dietary guidelines exist; however, awareness of the guidelines is unknown. -Most nutrition policies in Benin lack guidance on promoting fruit and vegetable intake. -Stronger evidence related to how to improve diet quality and combat malnutrition in Benin is needed to develop relevant interventions and policies.

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  • Diatta, Ampa Dogui & Olney, Deanna K. & Honeycutt, Sydney & Mitchodigni, Irene Medeme & Bliznashka, Lilia, 2024. "Nutrition and diet profile: Benin," CGIAR Initative Publications Fruit and Vegetables for , International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI).
    • Handle: RePEc:fpr:cgiarp:159608
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    nutrition; diet; trace elements; dietary guidelines; Western Africa; Sub-Saharan Africa; Africa; Benin;
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