World Health Organization Calls For Experts To Design ‘Optimal’ Dietary Guidelines

The World Health Organization (WHO) is seeking experts to help develop new dietary guidelines focusing on the optimal balance between plant-based and animal-based foods. The WHO recognizes the significant impact that diet has on both individual and population health, noting that while animal-based foods provide essential nutrients like protein, they are also linked to an increased risk of noncommunicable diseases. On the other hand, plant-based foods are associated with a decreased risk of these diseases, although avoiding animal foods entirely may lead to nutrient deficiencies.

WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus emphasizes the importance of shifting towards more plant-based diets for human and planetary health. Several countries have already taken steps towards more plant-based food systems, emphasizing the need for sustainable dietary choices. The WHO is looking for experts with advanced degrees and experience in nutrition and food safety to contribute to the project, with the goal of completing recommendations within two to three years.