Understanding the Impact of Historical Policy Legacies on Nutrition Policy Space: Economic Policy Agendas and Current Food Policy Paradigms in Ghana.

Anne-Marie Thow Charles AppreyJanelle WintersDarryl Stellmach Robyn G Alders Nana Esi Linda AdukuGeorgina MulcahyReginald Adjetey Annan

Published in: International journal of health policy and management (2020)

This study suggests that attention to policy paradigms, in addition to specific points of policy change, will be essential for improving the outcomes of food systems for nutrition. An historical perspective can provide food and health policy-makers with insights to foster the revisioning of food policy to address multiple national policy objectives, including nutrition.

Keyphrases

public health
healthcare
mental health
physical activity
human health
working memory
metabolic syndrome
skeletal muscle
quality improvement
weight loss
glycemic control