UNESCO Releases ‘Education and Nutrition: Learn to Eat Well’ Report:
UNESCO released the report “Education and Nutrition: Learn to Eat Well” during the ‘Nutrition for Growth’ event hosted by France on March 27-28, 2025. The report highlights concerns regarding the nutritional quality of school meals worldwide and urges governments to improve food standards in schools.As of 2024, approximately 47% of primary school pupils worldwide received school meals. However, UNESCO’s findings indicate that many of these meals lack adequate nutrition. The organization stresses that improving the quality of school meals is crucial for reducing child undernourishment and enhancing academic performance. Studies suggest that nutritious meals can increase school enrolment and attendance rates
