WHO launches REPLACE
In May last year, WHO launched a technical roadmap called REPLACE with six strategies to help countries cut industrial trans fats.
- REVIEW: Review the sources of TFA in food.
- PROMOTE: Promote their replacement with healthier fats and oils.
- LEGISLATE: Bring in legislation to limit their use.
- ASSESS: Evaluate and monitor the TFA content in food and changes in TFA intake at a population level.
- CREATE: Create awareness among food manufacturers, retailers and the public about the negative health impact.
- ENFORCE: Enforce the rules to ensure compliance.
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