According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2022 43% of adults over 18 years old were overweight and 16% obese. Faced with this scenario, specialists emphasize the importance of addressing nutrition from a comprehensive perspective, which considers human health, the environment, and productive territories.
Responsible production and comprehensive health
The way food is grown directly impacts people’s well-being and the planet.
“You can’t talk about healthy eating without talking about how we produce food,” says Mariana Munner, a medical nutrition specialist and advanced student in Organic Plant Production at the FAUBA.
Agroecological and organic practices offer sustainable solutions that respect biodiversity, regenerate soils, and eliminate the use of harmful chemicals, generating safer and more nutritious foods.
Nutrition and sustainability: the role of health professionals
Nutritionists are agents of change who can link nutrition with environmental protection.
“Promoting these practices protects future generations and strengthens the link between health and sustainability,” says Munner.
Agroecological foods, being free of toxic residues and grown respecting natural cycles, better preserve their nutritional properties. Additionally, they reduce exposure to substances that affect the endocrine, immune, and metabolic systems.
The importance of nutrition for health.
Agroecology in Argentina: territorial experiences and challenges
More than 23,000 hectares under agroecological production in Buenos Aires and a growing domestic market.
In the country, agroecological production is mainly carried out by cooperatives and small producers, with notable experiences in Buenos Aires, Córdoba, Santa Fe, Mendoza, and Entre Ríos.
Although a large part of certified organic products are exported, the domestic market is growing with foods like organic wine, juices, and flours.
Food sovereignty and social justice
Consuming agroecological products strengthens local economies and promotes a fairer and more transparent chain.
This production method promotes food sovereignty, reduces environmental impact, and values the work of farmers, creating a model that prioritizes the direct link between producer and consumer.
Public policies and interdisciplinary coordination
Universities, technical teams, and communities play a key role in building sustainable food systems.
“It is essential to integrate sustainable production with the right to healthy nutrition,” concludes Munner.
Although there are programs and networks that promote agroecology, their reach is still limited. Greater territorial coordination and interdisciplinary dialogue spaces are needed to consolidate more inclusive and effective public policies.
