Caribbean Diets Emphasize Traditional Foods Linked to Better Cardiometabolic Health

This report highlights how traditional and neo-traditional Caribbean diets, rich in locally produced plant foods, roots, legumes, fruits, and seafood, are associated with improved cardiometabolic health. It also discusses the impact of nutrition transition, import dependence, and changing food practices on these diets, underscoring the importance of culturally relevant and locally resilient food systems.

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