The Future of Food and Health
Transforming Our Food Systems for Better Health Outcomes
The American Heart Association's groundbreaking report, developed with Deloitte and Research!America, reveals that 48.6% of adults over 20 experience cardiovascular disease while fewer than 10% choose heart-healthy diets. With the hidden costs of our current food system reaching $1.57 trillion in 2020—85% from diet-related chronic diseases—the urgency for transformation has never been clearer. The report outlines innovative solutions including regenerative agriculture, "Food is Medicine" programs, and technology-driven interventions that could yield $125-140 trillion in annual benefits through land restoration and emissions reduction. As we approach 2050 with a projected global population of 9.7 billion people, collaborative efforts across healthcare, food production, technology, and policy sectors are essential to create sustainable food systems that nourish both people and the planet.
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U.S. Health and the Future of Food: A Comprehensive Analysis by the American Heart Association
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