nutrition
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Fiji Moms Turn to Local Markets to Boost Children’s Nutrition
One mother’s simple mission: keep the kitchen stocked with fresh, locally grown produce to help her children grow strong. From greens to seasonal fruit, she champions market purchases over supermarkets, turning daily shopping into a small act of health for her family and community.
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Suva mom feeds family of six on a $200–$250 weekly budget by mixing markets and supermarkets
How do you feed a family of six on a tight weekly budget? A long-time market vendor reveals a practical approach: mix affordable staples with fresh produce, plan meals, and shop smart. The result is nutritious, home-cooked meals that prove healthy eating doesn’t require a large budget.
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Fiji turns to UNICEF toolkit to deliver nutrition advice amid public health staff shortage
Fiji is grappling with a growing shortage of nutrition experts, risking access to essential dietary guidance at the community level. In the near term, frontline health workers will be equipped with practical tools to bridge the gap, while officials push plans to expand the nutrition workforce for lasting change. The balance of quick fixes and…
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Fiji advances life-long nutrition policy to unite health, agriculture and education
Fiji edges closer to a landmark lifelong nutrition policy that could unite health, agriculture and education. Described as a womb-to-tomb approach, the plan aims to ensure safe, nutritious food for everyone—from infancy to old age—while strengthening the broader food system. Drafts circulating among key ministries hint at a shift toward coordinated, cross-sector action on nutrition…