Jakarta, July 7 -- Indonesia's Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program could help foster a new culture of healthy eating in schools and at home, ultimately contributing to a more productive society, according to a nutrition expert.
"We can't just focus on food distribution - we must also build a healthy ecosystem on both the demand and supply sides," said Ikeu Tanziha, a member of the Nutrition Expert Council at the National Nutrition Agency (BGN), on Sunday.
On the demand side, the program is expected to improve public awareness and behavior, encouraging people to make healthier food choices.
Tanziha noted that the BGN aims to ensure that all beneficiaries - students, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers - understand the principles o...
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