The General Assembly,
Acknowledging that the prevalence of obesity has escalated to a significant concern affecting numerous member states,
Understanding that obesity constitutes a public health emergency, as it can lead to chronic health conditions including diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, arthritis, and potentially even death, and
Convinced that more action must be taken at the local, national, and international levels to combat obesity,
Hereby enacts as follows.
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Member states are required to take strong and decisive actions to combat the widespread issue of unhealthy eating practices that contribute to obesity. These actions should include:
a. introducing physical education and nutrition education programs both within school curricula and in non-school settings,
b. expanding access to affordable, nutritious food,
c. collaborating with the food industry to diminish the levels of sugar, salt, and trans fats in their products, and
d. providing for easily-visible labels on all packaged food which list the ingredients of that food and its relevant nutritional information (such as the amount of calories, protein, carbohydrates, fat, sugar, and salt in each pack). -
Member states are urged to create promotional campaigns in partnership with notable figures, including but not limited to entertainers, business leaders, and athletes, to motivate their citizens to engage in increased physical activity and adopt healthier eating practices.
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Member states are required to monitor the prevalence of obesity in their population, while conducting and sharing research that explores effective strategies for reducing obesity rates.