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Food and social connectedness for young people: an opportunity for public health

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: This article is an opinion paper which reflects on the recently published Food Strategy for England and how it frames the food system in the context of social and cultural factors, which is explored in relation to young people. In relation to outlining these issues, the authors draw out the implications for public health practice in local government.

Source: Perspectives in Public Health

DOI: 10.1177/17579139261440241

Authors: R Taheem, J Sofaer, M Barker, K Woods-Townsend

Institutions: University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, NIHR Southampton Biomedical Research Centre, Southampton City Council, University of Southampton, MRC Lifecourse Epidemiology Unit

Language: English

Topic: Nutrition, Health and Food Behavior

Subfield: Nutrition and Dietetics

Field: Nursing

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,900