What Challenges Exist in Promoting Heart Healthy Diets?
Despite strong evidence, several challenges impede the widespread adoption of heart healthy diets:
- Economic Barriers: Healthy foods can be cost-prohibitive for low-income populations. - Cultural Preferences: Dietary habits are deeply ingrained and can be resistant to change. - Food Industry Influence: Marketing of unhealthy foods can overshadow public health messages. - Misleading Information: Conflicting dietary advice can confuse the public.
