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Australia's new food council faces criticism for corporate influence, raising concerns about public health and food equity.
The newly formed National Food Council, meeting in Canberra, aims to strengthen Australia’s food systems, but over 200 public health experts warn its corporate-heavy composition may prioritize profits over nutrition, sustainability, and equity.
Critics, including University of Adelaide’s Fran Baum, fear industry dominance could entrench ultra-processed food consumption, linked to rising heart disease and high blood pressure.
While the government says the council reflects diverse food system stakeholders, experts stress that policy—like seatbelt laws—must drive health improvements, not individual choice.
The council’s work will inform the National Food Security Strategy, addressing supply chains, climate change, and market access.
El nuevo consejo de alimentos de Australia se enfrenta a críticas por la influencia corporativa, lo que plantea preocupaciones sobre la salud pública y la equidad alimentaria.