Building Resilience of Agri-Food Systems and Better Nutrition in the Context of the Global Pandemic - TCP/URT/3903
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The United Republic of Tanzania is facing a triple burden of malnutrition, which includes overnutrition, undernutrition and micronutrient deficiencies, as well as the growing prevalence of diet-related non-communicable diseases. These issues are exacerbated by dietary inadequacies and a lack of diversity in food consumption, which are linked to low socio-economic status, limited educational attainment, poor understanding of the relationship between food and health, and acute poverty. Dietary patterns in the United Republic of Tanzania vary by age and livelihood types and are increasingly recognized as predictors of disease outcomes in different settings. Furthermore, food consumption patterns are influenced by agroecological zones, with variations driven by differences in weather, vegetation, biodiversity and soil properties, leading to the production of diverse food crops. Evidence shows that young women and girls are disproportionately affected by nutritional deficiencies compared to boys. This disparity perpetuates the intergenerational cycle of poverty and malnutrition, as poor nutrition among women and girls has far-reaching consequences for maternal and child health.