Jakarta, Friday, November 28: “Submission to WHO on the Establishment of a Guideline Development Group on “Ultra-Processed Foods (UPFs)”
Comments and contribution from Aman Wirakartakusumah*, Indonesia: "We appreciate the opportunity to provide input to the World Health Organization (WHO) on the establishment of a Guideline Development Group (GDG) to consider the role of so-called “ultra-processed foods (UPFs)” in diet and health".
IUFoST, as the global scientific body representing food science and technology, has recently developed a framework on food classification systems that aims to support evidence-based, inclusive, and science-driven policy agendas. This framework proposes a multi-attribute, formulation- and processing-based classification model that explicitly integrates food safety, nutrition, sustainability, affordability, and palatability, and is intended as a constructive alternative to reductionist approaches that treat “processing” as inherently negative. “
Professor Wirakarakusumah urges that "given the multi-dimensional nature of food systems and dietary patterns, the GDG must be intentionally multidisciplinary and globally representative" (click here to read more). Professor Wirakarakusumah’s voice is adding to the growing numbers who are responding to the WHO invitation to comment on the WHO Guideline Development Group on “Ultra-processed Foods".
IUFoST respectfully but urgently reminds you that the deadline for comment to WHO is November 30. Please see the resource materials to support your action and those of your colleagues in making our voices heard.
