Globally, there is an increasing prevalence of diet-related non-communicable diseases (NCDs) driven by rapid urbanisation, changes in consumer food tastes and nutritional imbalances.
The rise of NCDs is associated with obesity, a problem caused by the overconsumption of sugary beverages and products.
This is why the World Health Organization advocates healthy-eating policies. As a result, countries such as South Africa, Australia, and others have implemented a