Dhaka, Feb. 1 -- communicable diseases (NCDs), including hypertension, is rising at an alarming rate in Bangladesh due to unhealthy dietary habits and increasing dependence on processed foods.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), foods high in salt, sugar, and fat increase the risk of hypertension and other NCDs. To build consumer awareness on this issue, Front-of-Pack labeling (FOPL) can play an important role.

Speakers highlighted these information and recommendations at a webinar titled "Safe Food to Combat Non-Communicable Diseases and Our Role," organized by the research and advocacy organization PROGGA (Knowledge for Progress), with support from Global Health Advocacy Incubator (GHAI), on 1st February 2026, marking Na...