Estimating the burden of disease attributable to a diet low in fruit and vegetables in South Africa for 2000, 2006 and 2012

Background. Low intake of fruit and vegetables is associated with an increased risk of various non-communicable diseases, including major causes of death and disability such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus and cancers. Diets low in fruit and vegetables are prevalent in the Sout...

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Main Authors: A Cois, N Abdelatief, N Steyn, E B Turawa, O F Awotiwon, R A Roomaney, I Neethling, J D Joubert, R Pacella, D Bradshaw, V Pillay van-Wyk
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: South African Medical Association 2022-09-01
Series:South African Medical Journal
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Online Access:https://samajournals.co.za/index.php/samj/article/view/206