How we design our diet affects not only our health and well-being, but also the environment and other livelihoods. That is why the federal government promotes a balanced and sustainable diet with the Swiss Nutrition Strategy 2025-2032.
A health-promoting lifestyle, which includes, among other things, a balanced diet, normal body weight and sufficient exercise, can reduce the risk of developing non-communicable diseases (NCDs). These are a central challenge for public health and the health system. At the same time, aspects of sustainability are becoming increasingly important, as dietary habits not only affect personal health, but also the environment. Against this background, a national nutrition strategy is needed that focuses on both health promotion and environmental and social sustainability.
Vision
A balanced and sustainable diet is of central importance in all phases of life and life situations. Every person should have the opportunity to eat a balanced and sustainable diet, regardless of education, gender, age, culture, language or socioeconomic status. The Swiss Food Strategy 2025-2032 and the resulting activities are intended to benefit the entire population, taking into account equal opportunities and equal opportunities.
Goals
Swiss Nutrition Strategy 2025-2032 pursues six objectives to promote a balanced and sustainable diet:
- Promoting a balanced and healthy diet with a nutrient intake that covers needs
- Strengthening the nutritional competence of the population
- Strengthening plant-based nutrition
- Involvement of the food industry
- Strengthening a health-promoting and sustainable nutritional environment
- Reduction of food waste
Action plan
In the action plan, the Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office (BLV) specifies the measures for the implementation of the Swiss food strategy in four fields of action:
- Information and education
- Framework conditions
- Coordination and cooperation
- Monitoring and research
The action plan will be published in 2026.
updated 2025 December
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