Mexico launches new Dietary Guidelines with a sustainability lens 🌱 by Cecilia De Bustos, UNICEF Mexico:
On 2025 October 16, the Government of Mexico officially launched the second edition of the Dietary Guidelines for the Mexican Population 2025–2030, a milestone in public health and food systems transformation for Mexico. These guidelines are not just about what we eat—they are a call to action for a healthier, more sustainable, and more equitable future.
UNICEF México is proud to have provided technical support in the development of these guidelines, alongside the Ministry of Health, INSP, FAO and many other stakeholders. This collaborative effort reflects a shared commitment to improving nutrition while protecting our planet.
🌍 What makes these guidelines groundbreaking?
✅ They promote environmentally friendly dietary patterns, including breastfeeding and the consumption of local, seasonal, and plant-based foods.
✅ They adopt a sustainable food systems approach, considering the entire food chain—from production to consumption—with a focus on sustainable agriculture and responsible supply chains.
✅ They call for the reduction of food waste, both at home and across the supply chain.
✅ They support the consumption of foods that preserve biodiversity and natural resources, including water and soil.
✅ They value traditional food practices and promote diets that are culturally appropriate, accessible, and equitable for all.
🌽 The guidelines also celebrate the Dieta de la Milpa—a traditional Mexican dietary pattern —as a model for healthy, sustainable eating.
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