The nutritionist highlighted that in Panama the problems of excess weight have increased, 49.7% of annual deaths can be prevented if we eat healthy, exercise and do not smoke; and 6 of the 10 leading causes of death in the country are related to poor nutrition.
The nutritionist and president of the Healthy Panama Foundation, José Ramiro López, referred to the 72 products that make up the basic family basket, indicating that this new list already allows for a more balanced diet and that it is possible to make reference to the food guides for Panama.
However, he stressed that the basic basket has not changed its focus, which is not merely nutritional, but rather costs and income.
López emphasized that this program called Panama Products has a period of six months that can be extended, so it is still worrying for health professionals that no agreements have been reached to change the basic food basket that is in favor of the health of all Panamanians.
The nutritionist highlighted that in Panama the problems of excess weight have increased, 49.7% of annual deaths can be prevented if we eat healthy, exercise and do not smoke; and 6 of the 10 leading causes of death in the country are related to poor nutrition.
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